In the Midwest, the months of September, October and November offer the perfect conditions for planting a wide variety of plants. As the temperatures cool above ground (reducing stress through the leaves) the soil remains warm, allowing the roots of plants to keep growing until the ground freezes.

As fall approaches, Earl May Garden Centers are bursting with vibrant, seasonal colors, especially mums! Adding these cheerful blooms to your front door, patio, or landscape is the perfect way to welcome the autumn season. But with mums widely available, why should you choose Earl May mums?

Surprisingly, Fall is the best time to tackle lawn weeds. Late-season herbicide applications target weeds at their most vulnerable stage, making it easier to eliminate them compared to other times of the year.