Fall Clean-up and Bed Prep

Many have asked how I prepare my beds for the growing season. The process actually begins now. I'm in the process of pruning back most of my shrubs and perennials, and chopping off my hosta. I then top dress all my beds with a layer of my personal compost followed by a healthy layer of chopped leaves. The remaining leaves go into my now empty compost bins to start the process for next year. Let's hope we have another month of good weather to be out in our Gardens. Keep those hands in the dirt!