October Garden Checklist - Fall Gardening Tips

[@jazzcanada2001]

You are the ONLY ONE Jim I have seen on youtube who can give out the BEST FALL GARDENING TIPS! I have learned so much from you through the years just watching your videos.....Thank you so much!

[@sidekick152]

Thank you Mr. Putnam for your checklists. I know it’s a lot of work to edit and cover everything but you always manage to make it look easy. I have to watch several times to absorb it all.

[@FosterFarmsOk]

its my favorite time of year because the big box stores mark gardening stuff way down. Also just an FYI. the black zip ties hold up better in the sun.

[@plu_Tony_um]

I live in Australia so environment is a little different (and seasons are reversed with us now just into Spring), and I dont have much of a yard, but enjoy your enthusiasm and passion to gardening...so kinda live through you to get my outdoor gardening fix

[@Sakura-zu4rz]

Slowly I am learning how to glow plants, flowers, fruits and vegetables, I am finding gardening very therapeutic and inspiring, spending time outside with my hands in the earth while observing nature grow.

[@leecorrigan8394]

I love these checklists they're so helpful, nothing better than having things laid out step by step

[@Lindsaylynnandco]

Thank you! Your monthly check-lists have been great reminders for me.

[@xiomaramartinez3212]

Thanks Mr Putnam!! I want to mention that I saw pollinators in my garden even a Hummingbird and just want to say thanks again I try to follow your recommendations. Blessings

[@kristensimas103]

I just found your channel. While I live in Maine I still found your information very helpful. I look forward to future video's.

[@DeeitsMeStudio]

Aaah look at the beautiful butterflies in the background

[@tracyt249]

Thanks for all you do. Another point should be that everybody can check with their local horticulture center to get information. In Oklahoma we have the OSU extension service with 12 month plans and all types of gardening info including lawns. I notice a lot of people asking you questions but these would be hard to answer for different climates. I believe I subscribed when there was just a few thousand of us. You have done very well and enjoy all of your videos. Stay safe people

[@anitahadley2871]

I love the monthly checklists. So much great info. Thanks.

[@Tofog22000]

Useful tips for sure. Your red salvia is still putting on a show!

[@JimPutnam]

It really is!!

[@miamianz]

sadly i live in florida , ive always wanted a spruce garden. falls inN.C. are amazing esp out west n.c

[@wsog3]

Love these monthly checklists!

[@christopherhills1609]

Another great video…..always enjoy them and always inspiring. Not everything applies to me on this side of the pond but the principles and advice does

[@rebeccavalicoff1581]

Thanks for the reminder that leaves are a great mulch!

[@cherylgreenfarb8044]

Love these monthly maintenance to dos! Wow 3 years? I must’ve found your channel around the time you started.

[@JimPutnam]

Thanks for the feedback 😁

[@BeautifulColorsYoutube]

I just discovered this channel I am in the Chattanooga TN area so also 7b and I’ve been all about gardening this season.

[@alisaben1]

Man!!!!! I needed THIS video. I'm a gardening enthusiast newbie, and need so much info for this zone. I really appreciate how you present your content.. Thank you!!!! Subbing of course....

[@Liap]

The root pruning tip is actually a good idea 👍 Thank you for sharing, happy gardening 🍀

[@DeeitsMeStudio]

Oh ok...I just saw how you screen the veggies in

[@lrieke8300]

depending upon zone plant daffodils (if you can get them as inventory limited now).

[@lisawalters5482]

Well, I have my work cut out for me. Planting and mulching mostly. I still have 2 trees to plant, a flower bed to outline and cover, and all my mulching. Oh well, such is gardening. Yours looks so good. Tfs. I love these monthly videos. It helps me center my attention to what’s the most important. Take care. 👏🏻💕👏🏻

[@FriedaBabbley]

This is a great checklist. They all are, but so much to do!!!!! And thankfully the temperatures are more tolerable overall.

[@JimPutnam]

That's for sure. It is beautiful out now

[@ndchick1]

Great tip with the root pruning! I have 1 small pine tree that will be finding a new (and hopefully happier) place in my garden.

[@JimPutnam]

Awesome. Good luck with it!!

[@r.chellaram4396]

I like your suggestion from your videos on the importance of planting at least 3 different screening trees/shrubs/hedges, etc. Did not think of that..Thank you

[@elizabethb6]

Love all the butterflies in the background🌿

[@gardeninghouseplants1112]

Thank you for sharing!very brilliant ideas!i really enjoyed watching!😃😊🤩👍have a wonderful day!😊new friend here👍watching from Japan!❤️❤️💕💕💕

[@pragueinbloom1110]

So many useful tips, thank you. I´m using the opportunity of this season and planting new things like there´s no tomorrow. And I can´t wait to see next season when plants will hopefully be more established and bloom much more. Gardening is much about patience to me.

[@janettferrell613]

Appreciating your channel! When is the best time to add compost and mulch to existing flower beds? Do you remove old mulch before adding new mulch?

[@crystalchunn6925]

Love these monthly to dos! I’m going to try to keep my mandevilla using your repointing advice, great idea!

[@stephaniewhite974]

Hi! Thank you for all of the great information. Could you do a video on you bringing in your houseplants and tropicals for winter? You mentioned mandavilla and I would love to know how to keep them alive inside.

[@margarethughes3649]

I found this to be an interesting video, which covered so much of what gardening is all about.

[@dirtroadandbeyond]

I didn't think of soil testing. I moved into a new house and it would be good to know what kind of soil I'm gardening with.

[@topfile2001]

Liked the video and the disappearing gourd in the background. Where did it go and how do I get one?

[@debbiesineath1952]

I can’t wait to see what kind of fence you put up!

[@yglq7374]

Do you prune rhododendron and azalea before winter? Thanks

[@adrabruzzese7610]

So much good info as always and your garden is looking stunning. Thanks Jim.

[@MarianneRuffhaven]

You have so much energy and look so excited for fall. You remind my of my son when he was a little boy...so excited he just could not stand still. lol

[@JimPutnam]

I do have a problem staying still. Never can!!

[@karenlatham4053]

@@Cassieskins21 She was watching this video. He was very animated. Kind of bouncy even...

[@sidekick152]

If he weren’t animated, it would be boring. Try talking in front of a camera for 20 plus minutes and giving out all that information and see how calm and still you can be. I know I couldn’t do it.

[@MarianneRuffhaven]

@@karenlatham4053 yes....bouncy. lol good word.

[@MarianneRuffhaven]

@@JimPutnam You provide so much interesting and useful information. I was "listening" to a few of your older videos as I was getting ready for my day this morning, and realized that I can "listen" and not "watch" . So this way if I need to see a plant I can just rewind. But when I don't need to see your excitement I can just listen. Wonder why it took me so long to figure that out . Duh.

[@JeanTOM-qb5dm]

your checklists are so helpful, Jim! Thanks!

[@TracysHomeGarden]

It is the end of September & your garden is still gorgeous looking! Love and thanks for all the great tips & reminder Jim! 🙏🌱🌸

[@JimPutnam]

Thanks for watching!!

[@MarilenaVazquez]

Wow! Love these videos. Thank you so much for working so hard to create them.

[@maplewheat2010]

The red Salvia are very beautiful! How do you get them to be so full looking- is there a Video? What type of Salvia is it?

[@robinrummel1359]

Thank you for such a comprehensive video of things to do and think about in October! Several I hadn't ever considered before but are added to my list now. I need to watch again and take notes this time! 😀👍💕

[@fundamental1020]

Jim, some many good tips and root pruning is one I am going to try. Felt bad to see 6-8 white cabbage butterflies right behind you in the vlog!! They heard your complaint. In watching you for 3 years - The volume of work you did in your old house’s garden and new home was immense. Do you have a partner or older kid who loves to garden with you?

[@JimPutnam]

Those are actually Cloudless Sulfur Butterflies. They are migrating right now. They found my yard this week. Beautiful yellow.

[@michellecarver101]

Very helpful!!! Love these monthly videos!!

[@DeeitsMeStudio]

What can I do about squirrels

[@TrishLee]

I love your garden, it's amazing! Colorful and beautiful plants!

[@joebacigalupo4500]

Another great video. I do have a question: I propagated some crape myrtle shoots last month that shot up from the roots of a large crape myrtle I had to remove. They are doing ok but I don't know what to do with them this winter. I'm in Louisville. Should I stick them in the ground now? Should I bring them inside for the winter?

[@rdarrett3635]

I want to make sure I am thinking correctly. You said I can shred my leaves 🍁 from my oak tree and use it as mulch? I’m double checking because another YTuber indicated you shouldn’t do this because if robes nitrogen from your plants. If I can do this without hurting my plant it will save me a lot of money on mulch. My oak tree drops leaves for a full month and it is HUGE!!

[@JimPutnam]

Definitely use the leaves as mulch. These nitrogen theft things are generally only if you incorporate it in the ground and even then only temporary

[@judygray7718]

Great content. Always pick up something from your explanations. Thanks. Happy Fall!

[@gregbrooks9546]

Jim, If I have 3 different types of figs growing here in Missouri and I am wanting your opinion on how to store my figs for the winter. I have Olympian, little ruby, and celeste. They are growing in 20 gallon containers for now. I do have a garage that has 3 sides of it into the ground, however it is known to get down to zero or below here in Missouri. Would you do any more then simply set them in the garage with a blanket over them.

[@juangalvan3818]

these checklists are so helpful. thanks! if we have seeds that say direct sow in the fall, do we do that in october? i’m also in zone 7b.

[@UrbanWindowFarmer]

Very entertaining, thanks for posting! 🌱🌿🌵

[@marisolrivas777]

Hey hi quick question what do you put and your seedling 🌱 tray

[@carmenmazariegos8312]

My kaleidoscope abelias in my front landscape (planted by builder 2 years ago) have gotten HUGE and I’m considering moving them to the side of the house. Would you recommend the root pruning you mentioned now and transplanting in November?

[@gardeningjunkie2267]

I don't know if those are butterflies all over behind you, or the dreaded cabbage moths but it looks beautiful. One question, don't organic fertilizers need lots of heat to break down? Wouldn't a water soluble fertilizer be better at this time of year?

[@trace9657]

Question specifically on dahlias, I am also NC, 7B. Do you dig them up? I planted 4 dahlias since I relocated in 2017. I have not dug them up, but three have survived and bloomed each season, but they are definitely not robust. In fact, one did not bloom at all until September. I thought about maybe digging one up and trying that this year. I have already dug all my caladiums out, at least the ones I want to keep.

[@nevar23]

Thanks for another great checklist!

[@mybahe1]

Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge! Your years of experience shows. I believe you know the name of every plant there is! I'm so glad I found your channel. Your garden always looks so beautiful! You mentioned bringing in the plants that we want to over winter. Because they are my favorite, I've tried to save several Mandevilla and Dipladenia with little success. What tips can you give me so that I can get them through the winter?

[@mariacarrasquillo5693]

like your hoop house . what kind of rod is that ?

[@JimPutnam]

It is the top rail from a chain link fence

[@shirleyturner1335]

GM Jim thanks !!!

[@JimPutnam]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@jowalk80]

Thanks for all the tips. Question, what time of the year is best to fertilize maple and oak trees? Thanks

[@JimPutnam]

Late winter. You probably wouldn't hurt them other times with organic fertilizers

[@staceynorton4894]

When should I turn off my irrigation for the season? I live in zone 8a.

[@carmenbailey1560]

Fantastic video, so much information for us, thank you. Your efforts in your garden looks very rewarding view.👍❤️😊

[@kate-hn5hi]

I live in Southern Oregon Zone 8 I bought 2 little lime hydrangeas a week ago because it started to get cooler (50-70s) then suddenly our daytime temp has been on the high 90s until the end of this week. I held off on planting them and left in the pot. I bought and planted 2 of the same kind 2 weeks ago when the temp was 100 and up then suddenly the temp dropped and I ended up overwatering them I think they don't look good. I'm hoping the new 2 ones don't end up dying. Should I continue to hold off on planting them until it gets a little cooler again? I'm afraid we're getting close to our first frost.

[@DS-rf7si]

So many good tips on putting the garden to sleep. How about plant sales that are going on, but plan to plant in the spring. Do we bump those plants into larger containers and store? Or are they safe in their original containers and overwinter in garages?

[@robinjoyce5866]

In the fall, could the soiled wood chips from a chicken coop be added? I’m afraid of Messing up the balance too much.

[@cambo5678]

What are your thoughts on overseeing entire established lawns? Seems like a waste of seed and spot seeding where necessary would be more efficient.

[@vanessasoodan8872]

Hi Jim, when can I transplant my encore azaleas if they are flowering?

[@JimPutnam]

I would do it after they finish. Anytime before spring would be fine

[@vanessasoodan8872]

Thank you!

[@backyardediblegarden]

Great list and gardening tips... thanks for sharing!

[@JimPutnam]

Thanks for following along!!

[@HeatherGuibault]

What about fertilizing the winter blooming camellias? When is the best time for that?

[@JimPutnam]

Same thing. Just wait until late winter now.

[@annebuchanan3200]

If you add shredded leaves to the garden as mulch, is it a good idea to add blood meal to it? Heard someone suggest that as way to get nitrogen mixed with whatever it is the leaves provide so wondered your thoughts.

[@carolinavargas9362]

Wao si much information, thank you.

[@HS-ce6rw]

Can i spray for azalea scale now in zone 7b? Mites?

[@lisacrocker2605]

Hi, Jim! Should I leave the dropped leaves under my bamboo even though it's not a tree? Love your videos and tips!!

[@shireenaliraqia4726]

Very useful information. Thank you 😊

[@kimk6708]

You're awesome! I love your videos and you've helped me so much with my first really active year gardening! Do you think you could do a video on silver mound artemisia and dusty millers? I just can't seem to get the right environment for mine! Thanks, and keep up the great inspiring work! ❤

[@rdarrett3635]

I love my Silver Mound. I was thinking about planting dusty miller’s because my mom had them in her garden when I was little.

[@zakitaher2252]

excellent video

[@oldnorthstatefishing3912]

Hey Jim, thanks again for your videos. Would now be a good time to plant a maple tree, and do you have any nursery recommendations in the Raleigh area to get one?

[@maureenthomson9584]

Thanks Jim great tips 😁

[@justincovarrubias4459]

Thank you

[@judymiddleswart9350]

Great guidelines!!

[@Dansull123]

Hey Jim, I'm in Rhode Island which is a 6b, expected first frost is 10/15. Is it too late to plant a mulberry tree? Should I try to get it in the ground this fall or wait for spring?

[@Ibis333]

I'm in Zone 5 and just bought a Dwarf Alberta Spruce. What advice would you give about overwintering in the container? Since it's hardy to Zone 3, can I just leave it as is (perhaps near the house and open to insulating snow)? How would I handle any thaw/refreeze cycles we get (e.g. late winter/early spring)?

[@denko44]

You minus 1 zone level for container potted plants. So you should be fine 🙂 Just keep your container watered when there's no snow or rain.

[@ArtbyKurtisEdwards]

Hey, Jim. Will a shedding Mtn. Laurel in zone 6 start from the bottom with the leaves turning yellow? I have three that were planted this spring and are about 2-3 yr old plants. Much respect.

[@onthetrailwithcoolsocks6628]

How are the viburnum cuttings doing?

[@JimPutnam]

Great. I'm doing a propagation video soon. I just listed the perennials for sale. As soon I get a few gone I am making that part of the video update.

[@sirlesliechao]

Question, if I may. I was told to not fertilize Japanese maples after may. I've also been told by the fertilizer manufacturer (AgroThrive) that I can fertilize until the November time frame due to the faster acting organic nature of the fertilizer. Who is right? I'm in 8B. Thanks!

[@JimPutnam]

Organic fertilizers are unlikely to cause the maple a problem anytime. There just isn't a real reason to fertilize them more than once in the late winter though.

[@sirlesliechao]

@@JimPutnam the impatient child in me wants to give them all the things to grow faster, but the engineer in me knows that you, the subject matter expert, are right! Thanks!

[@pamelaodom8597]

I just planted three Japanese Maple’s and only used BioTone in the planting hole. I have high hopes for them. Love JM.

[@lauralarson2472]

Excellent video

[@patriciaverderico3248]

Hi Jim, I see my Camilla tree has lots of dry flower buds is falling off, what's wrong?

[@GarryCarr56]

Possibly lack of water

[@southerncharmed4118]

Sometimes I wonder if people even watch the video before they ask questions in the comment section? If they would actually watch, instead of jumping straight to reading the comments and pay attention to what you’re saying, most of these are answered in the video.

[@Nanaslegacy]

Did you add in those cabbage moths for special effect or were those real?! 😁

[@JimPutnam]

Those are actually Cloudless Sulfurs. One of my favorite butterflies

[@Nanaslegacy]

HortTube with Jim Putnam oh! Well thanks for the clarification I wasn’t sure if they were real because of the color of the video. They did appear light green and I know cabbage moths are white. 😊

[@dinoraportillo6863]

great tips thank you

[@justincovarrubias4459]

Really useful

[@deborahpellerito6117]

Thankyou so knowledgeable

[@therockjames2398]

Man love to do this👍😴

[@leighcontella811]

Now I feel guilty for having a landscaping company come and remove leaves. I think I’ll check into a leaf shredder. 😂

[@kimberly8185]

I just mulch mine with a lawn mower..they practically disappear.. might have to go over it a couple times but works for me

[@cathybrown8334]

My mama always said that leaves are like pennies from heaven.

[@cathybrown8334]

CocoNutGoonie my mama was a hoot. I miss her every day.

[@adrabruzzese7610]

That's a beautiful expression and very true.

[@zachps4926]

Informative