Summer is passing, and autumn is whispering.

- Refresh Your Mulch

September is a great time to check mulch levels and add a fresh layer where needed.

Aim for about 2–3 inches, keeping mulch away from tree trunks and plant stems.

- Prepare Your Lawn for Fall

As temperatures begin to cool, lawns can benefit from fall fertilization and proper

mowing. Keep mowing regularly, but avoid cutting the grass too short.

- Keep Watering—but Adjust as Needed

Georgia can still be hot and dry in September. Continue watering lawns and landscape

plants deeply, especially newly planted trees and shrubs, while adjusting for rainfall.

- Prune Summer Growth

Remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches and clean up overgrown shrubs. Avoid

heavy pruning of plants that are preparing for fall or winter dormancy.

- Plant for Fall

September is an excellent time in Georgia to plant trees and shrubs. Cooler temperatures help new plants establish their roots before winter.

Bonus tip: 🍂 Start removing fallen leaves and debris from beds and turf before they build up.

Keeping your landscape clean now can help reduce pest and disease problems going into fall.