Right now in the garden — September
Week 1
Sow cool-season greens
Plant lettuce, kale and spinach for dependable fall harvests.
Week 2
Tidy and prep beds
Clear spent plants, add compost, and get beds ready for fall planting.
Week 3
Plant garlic and onions
Get cloves and sets in the ground before consistent cold weather.
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