October’s garden depends on where you live. In Minnesota, it may be time to cover the last tomatoes against frost,...

Updated September 29, 2026 The short answer: Gardeners in some colder regions may be ready to plant garlic now. In...

The tomato vines may be winding down, but your vegetable garden doesn’t have to. Fall is a good time to...

Forsythia Those brilliant yellow flowers that announce the arrival of spring are another classic example of blooms produced on old wood. By fall, next year's flower buds have already formed. A neat-looking October pruning could result in a much less impressive display the following spring. Best time to prune: Soon after flowering. The same basic rule applies to many spring-flowering shrubs: enjoy the flowers first, prune afterward.

When is it finally time to put the mower away? The answer depends on your grass, temperatures, and location. See when mowing typically ends in every state—and the simple sign that tells you your lawn is done growing.

September 2026 brings the Harvest Moon, the fall equinox, meteor showers, changing leaves, migrating birds, cooler nights, and plenty to do in the garden. Here’s your Farmers’ Almanac guide to everything worth watching this month.

During summer, plants are hard at work. Their leaves capture sunlight and produce energy through photosynthesis, while their roots absorb...

The Strawberry Moon, the June full Moon for 2026, peaks on Monday, June 29, at 7:57 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time....

There is nothing quite like the flavor of fruit and vegetables picked at their peak. Seasonal produce is fresher, often...

The Harvest Moon is the full Moon closest to the autumnal equinox, the September full Moon most years and an...