Central Texas Gardener - October 29th, 2011 Tips

To Do This Week

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Week of October 29th, 2011

Plant herbs like dill, parsley, cilantro, oregano , chervil, chamomile, arugula and thyme.
Plant winter vegetables like lettuce, radishes, spinach, broccoli, and carrots.
If you have a compost pile, and you're like me and couldn't bring yourself to get out there and turn it this summer, now's a great time to do it. And if you don't have a composting system now's a great time to consider starting one.
The City of Austin has some great composting classes, and you can even get a free composting bin from them, if you're willing to down-size your garbage bin to the smallest size.
Plant trees, shrubs, perennials.
Plant spring wildflower seeds.
Remember to water your dry soil before planting anything!
Weed! Spring weeds are already germinating. It's easier to scrape or dig them now before they get out of control.