Volume 011 | November 1, 2019

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Ahh November!

"Fear not November's challenge bold—We've books and friends,

And hearths that never can grow cold:These make amends!"

Alexander L. Fraser (1870–1954),"November," c.1918

The temperatures have started to drop which may be making some of yourplants and shrubs happier and may be making many of your annuals wantingto head off into the sunset having done their duty for the year. Whatever thecase, this is the month of change, your grass may turn brown, leaves willbegin to drop, all harbingers of the low country winter coming soon. Neverfear, now is a good time to start planning your landscape and garden for nextyear!

T ips for the November GardenerTips for the November Gardener

Now is the time to clean up yourgarden and prepare for our short, butmay be cold lowcountry winter. Youcan still plant shrubs and trees at thispoint, but select the proper ones todo so. November is probably yourlast chance to fertilize your trees andshrubs before the winter - so be sureto do so. Clean up the yard so theleaves don't harm your lawn. Mulchyour garden beds to keep shrubswarm and healthy throughout thenext few months. It is a lovely time totake a step back and see all that youhave accomplished throughout theyear!

End of Season Clean upNovember tipsEnd of seasonNovember to do tips

Winterizing your lawnWinterizing your lawn

The first time you see your beautifulgreen lawn turn brown as the coldweather hits us, you may panic. Butalas, depending on your grass, thelawn has just gone dormant for theseason. Come spring, with just a littlepreparation, you will have a lush greenlawn again with proper fertilization,mowing schedule and whatever otherprep your lawn expert has advised youto follow. Your lawn will awake in the spring fresh, healthy and ready to go!

Putting your lawn to bedPrepping your lawn for winterClemson advise on winterizing grass

Holiday Tablescapes from Hidden Ponds Workshop SeriesHoliday Tablescapes from Hidden Ponds Workshop Series

Just in time for Thanksgiving dinner and the start ofthe holiday season!. Come join our holidaytablescape workshop and be inspired by new ideasfor your table top this year! See how you can use amix of plants, greens and seasonal decorations tocreate that special magic for the holidays.

W orkshop: Holiday TablescapesW orkshop: Holiday TablescapesSaturday Nov. 16, 2019

10:30 - 11:30 amHidden Ponds Nursery4863 Hwy 17 NorthAwendaw, SC 29429

P.S. Rain date will be announced on Facebook andemail if necessary.

News from our Cutting GardenNews from our Cutting Garden

A few plants and flowers are still in bloom and growing in our cutting garden. We are now inthe planning stages for a full on burst of flowers and colors for the spring!

November Dates to RememberNovember Dates to Remember

Nov. 1 • All Saint's DayNov. 5 • Guy Fawkes DayNov. 11 • Veteran's DayNov. 13 • Sadie Hawkins DayNov. 14 • Hindu Diwali DayNov. 17 • World Peace DayNov. 28 • Thanksgiving Day

Lots of fun and silly holidays in November!Fun Holidays in November

We offer Landscape Design Consultation.We offer Landscape Design Consultation.Just call for an appointment!Just call for an appointment!ee

She standsIn tattered gold

Tossing bits of amberAnd jade, jewels of a year grown old:

November.

Zephyr Ware Tarver (1886–1974),"A Queen Makes an Exit,"

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