What to plant: Cool-Weather annuals like pansies, violas, snapdragons can be transplanted now. Also, transplants of broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and kale can be planted this month. Direct seed peas, spinach, radishes, lettuce, and carrots.
September Chores: September is a good time to consider reducing the size of your lawn. It is also a good time to rejuvenate a lawn with over-seeding. Put your spent annual and vegetables (disease-free, of course) in your compost pile. Add compost to the beds that had the annuals and vegetables you are pulling out, before re-planting in those beds.
This is also the month to dig, divide, and re-plant overgrown perennials that have finished blooming. Be sure to clear out any weeds that developed in the perennial bed.
The UC Master Gardeners are actively looking for more volunteers to join our program! If you are passionate about gardening and education, please contact the UC Cooperative Extension Office about how you can become a volunteer. If you have questions, our volunteer coordinator would be happy to assist you! Applications are due September 30.