Autumn to-do list

Cooler days mean a change in season but don't hibernate yet! There's still lots to do in your gardens and these tasks will save you time in the spring. Divide crowded perennials especially peonies, Siberian irises, astilbes, hostas and ornamental grasses. Plant spring-flowering bulbs such as tulips, hyacinths and snowdrops. Apply compost to your garden and top-dress beneath trees and shrubs. Plant perennials- plant roots continue to grow until the soil freezes. Move houseplants inside. Compost leaves. Fertilize lawn with fall fertilizer. Harvest late tomatoes. Before the first frost, place green tomatoes in paper bags and store in warm location to ripen. Use the smaller ones for relish or fried green tomatoes. :) I've never made these but always thought I should try. Clean veggie garden of plant debris that could harbour insects and diseases. Don't be overwelmed. Not all these have to be done. Just do what you can and enjoy the outdoors!

Dollar Daze

This Friday, Oct.1 and Saturday Oct.2, Huron Ridge is the place for gardener's. We're clearing out perennials starting at $1-$5 (Reg.$6.99- $13.99) , soils and mulches $1-$5, garden mums starting at $3.33, Fall bulbs buy 4 get the 5th free, as well as decorative clay, and other various products. Free coffee and donuts while you browse.

Spread the news to anyone you know who likes to garden

and if you're still in the mood to shop, Zurich Mennonite Church is hosting a Ten Thousand Villages Sale on Friday

from 6-9 and Saturday 10-4.

Runner-up Mums

Runner- up mums are available now. These are the hardy garden mums that didn't quite make first but are still nice. 3 for $10 Perfect timing for Thanksgiving decoration. :)

Now is the time to plant

Fall bulbs have arrived! From early Tulips to late blooming Allium, we have a great variety. Now is the perfect time to get these in the ground so they can bloom beautifully in the spring when we are all hungry for colour!

Kittens looking for a new home

Yes, we have kittens once again! Five sweet little balls of fluff free to a new home.

Phone 519-565-2122 or email to info@huronridge.ca if you're interested.

A new look for the front door

If you want to spruce up your planters or even change them altogether, we have hardy garden mums, ornamental cabbage and Kale, and Purple Fountain grass or Red Rooster grass. Mix them up or just plant a grass, you can use your imagination. We can even plant them up for you so the mess stays here!

Tired of squirrels digging up your tulip bulbs?

Are squirrels eating your bulbs? Look at that chubby little guy!

Acti-Sol multipurpose fertilizer has a repulsive effect on squirrels that are fond of tulip bulbs. It's completely safe for use around pets and children and is easy to use. Just sprinkle

where you've planted your bulbs! Simple and effective...I've tried it and it does work! In addition to saving the tulip bulbs, the plants are being fed nutrients too! We carry it here in a ready-to-use carton.

http://www.acti-sol.ca/Are-squirrels-eating-your-bulbs?decoupe_recherche=squirrel%20protection

Icicle Pansies are here!

If you've never planted Icicle Pansies in the fall, you're missing out! These little treasures bloom until snow and they are awake with the daffodils in the spring. These pansies are bursting with colour and ready to plant. They look great in a planter mixed with mums, ornamental kale or just alone in a carved out pumpkin. Best used outside because they enjoy the cooler temperatures.

http://iciclepansies/iciclepansyphotos.htm