With fall in full swing, gardening might not be top of mind — but October is actually the perfect time to tackle some essential tasks that will get your garden off to a strong start next spring.
one of the most important? Dividing perennials. while this Can also be done in early springMany plants (especially those blooming in spring) benefit more from division in the fall, when cooler temperatures reduce stress and allow roots to establish before the onset of winter.
According to a gardening professional, these are the top perennial plants you should be dividing in October to keep your garden thriving year after year.
meet the expert
corey ashford is a horticulturist and partner in Earthspoke Farms, a multi-generational family-run flower farm located just outside Mendocino, California.
