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Learn more about what is blooming around Iowa, what are some common gardening questions, frequent pests for the week, and timely tasks for the garden and landscape.

Most of Iowa has yet to see its first frost of the season, but the final harvest in the vegetable garden is near! Harvesting at the proper time ensures peak flavor and better storage. Learn about what to harvest before freezing temperatures arrive and what can be harvested after.

As the temperature approaches 32°F, you may want to protect some of your plants to enjoy them a little bit longer.  Learn how to protect your garden plants from frost and freezing temperatures.

As container gardening with annuals has grown in popularity, more gardeners are also experimenting with perennial fruit crops in containers. While these container-friendly plants offer space-saving and attractive options, it's important to provide them with winter protection.

Fall garden cleanup helps prepare for winter and the coming spring. When possible, leave the leaves and plant debris to build better soils and support insects and other wildlife. Learn what can stay and what should be cleaned up this fall.

October is the best time to plant spring-blooming bulbs like tulips, daffodils, snowdrops, alliums, and crocus. Proper selection and planting this fall assures beautiful blooms next spring.