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Fall Gardening 101: When to Start & How to Succeed
| Thinking gardening season is over? Think again! Fall gardening is a great way to extend your harvest and enjoy cool-season crops like kale, spinach, lettuce, carrots, radishes, and broccoli. But timing and soil prep are key! When to Start Count back 10–12 weeks before your area’s first expected frost date to determine your ideal planting window. For many regions, that means starting seeds in late July through early September. Root crops and leafy greens thrive in the cool, crisp days of fall—and some even taste sweeter after a light frost!  Enjoy less pest pressure, fewer diseases from spring moisture, and a much cooler temperature for working in the garden!Soil Prep is the Secret Summer crops can take a toll on your soil, so refreshing it before fall planting is crucial. Here’s how to build a strong foundation:  Add Compost – Replenishes organic matter and improves texture. Cover Bare Soil – Use straw, cardboard, compost, anything you can to cover soil after harvesting. Unprotected soil erodes faster, degrades nutrients, and kills soil life. Use Cover Crops (Green Manure) – Helps add nitrogen and protect soil if you’re not planting a full fall garden. Rebalance Nutrients – Summer’s heavy feeders may have depleted key minerals.Boost with Fertrell Fertrell’s organic fertilizers are perfect for revitalizing soil without harsh chemicals. Consider:  Fertrell Super N – Adds a quick nitrogen boost for leafy greens and brassicas. Fertrell Super K – Supplies natural potassium to help plants build disease resistance and improve overall plant health—great for fall fruiting crops and soil balance. Fertrell Liquid Fertilizer (3-4-3) – A balanced, all-purpose mix great for general soil support in your fall beds. Fertrell Liquid #3 – A fast-acting liquid fertilizer designed to give plants a quick nutrient pick-me-up, especially useful for transplants or stressed crops.With the right timing and nutrients, your fall garden can be just as productive—if not more—than spring. Ready to dig in? Your autumn harvest awaits! Snag a Clyde’s garden planner to help you see fall planting dates. Check out this video on planning a fall garden for your region: |
