About this episode
Fall is For Perennials In this episode, I talk about the common pitfalls beginner gardeners face when buying and planting perennials and how relying solely on nursery stock can be limiting. Fall, especially here in North Texas, is actually the best time to plant perennials because it allows for robust root growth, leading to better performance in the spring. I'll guide you on how to source perennials beyond the typical nursery selection—like starting seeds indoors and checking out local organizations such as the Native Plant Society of Texas. I'll also cover how to divide your existing perennials to get new plants and discuss the benefits of self-seeding annuals. Plus, don't miss out on my upcoming class on low-maintenance gardening, where I’ll delve deeper into the best plants for our area and share my top tips for growing them. Thanks for joining me! 00:00 Introduction to Beginner Gardening Challenges 01:36 The Importance of Planting Perennials in Fall 04:45 Challenges with Nursery Stock and Plant Selection 05:06 Starting Perennials from Seed and Finding Alternatives 06:20 Dividing and Propagating Existing Perennials 08:52 Utilizing Self-Seeding Annuals 09:55 Conclusion and Upcoming Class Information RESOURCES MENTIONED: Low-Maintenance Gardening with Perennials & Self-Seeding Annuals https://learn.thedallasgarden.com/low-maintenance-gardening Instagram: https://instagram.com/thedallasgardenschool Classes and more: https://learn.thedallasgarden.com Blog: https://thedallasgarden.com