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Why fall is a great time to plant on the prairies

On the prairies, spring gets all the attention—but September and October are often kinder to new trees and shrubs. Soil is still warm, so roots keep growing after the leaves slow down. Air is cooler, so plants lose less water.

Plant at least a few weeks before the ground freezes. Water deeply at planting, then again as needed until freeze-up. Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch off the trunk.

Evergreens still transpire in winter. A thorough fall watering and a burlap screen on the windward side can prevent the brown that shows up in April.

If you are unsure whether a plant should go in now or wait until spring, ask us at the garden centre. We would rather hold a pot for you than put it in the ground too late.