Falling temperatures don't mean it’s time to wave goodbye to your garden. This week, discover 10 fall flowers, 8 rules of residential landscape design, tips for laying a good foundation for spring, and how to make sure your garden is ready for winter (Zones 9 and 10, you're not off the hook here). Plus, check out the new lineup of online classes headed your way from NYBG and a quaint little garden getaway! These colors may make you think "spring," but these flowers are here to brighten up your fall garden. Discover 10 show-stoppers that may be late to the party, but are worth the wait! Pictured (clockwise): Willow-leaved sunflower, Japanese anemone, autumn gentian, and autumn crocus. Photos by Susan A. Roth and Mark Turner. 8 Principles of Residential Garden Design Great garden design doesn't just happen. There's a lot that goes into making a cohesive design that is both functional and pleasing to the eye. Learn a few tricks of the trade to apply in your next planning session. Drawing by David Despau. NYBG’s Fall Lineup of Classes and Lectures Explore a new season of online classes and talks with the New York Botanical Garden! The latest course catalog is full of comprehensive training in Horticulture, Landscape Design, Gardening, Floral Design, and more—allowing you to stay connected to nature from home. Don’t miss their upcoming talks featuring landscape architect Walter Hood, plant stylist Hilton Carter, and renowned gardener David Culp. Vacations are looking a bit different these days with more people choosing to stay close to home. We think a beautiful garden setting like this Airbnb offering on Bainbridge Island, Washington would certainly be a wonderful escape, don't you? What's on your must-have list for a weekend (or longer) getaway? How to Get Your Garden Ready for Winter Are you busy getting ready for winter and feel like you might have forgotten something? Here’s a list of 25 tips to make sure your outdoor areas are ready—including advice for warmer climates as well. Plants take nutrients from the soil as they grow, and those nutrients need replenishing. Amendments that are added to your soil in fall have time to break down over winter and will be ready for plants to use in the spring. Learn more about how to get your soil ready for a beautiful spring. I'm loving that cute cottage with the gorgeous summer garden featured above and can't wait until we can travel again. Have you found a local spot with a great garden? Let me know where your favorite garden getaway is! Happy gardening! Did you enjoy this newsletter? Forward it to a friend In Case You Missed It: Not currently receiving this weekly newsletter? Subscribe here! No images? Click here for a web version of this email. |