With garden beds prepped and planted in spring and crops harvested in summer, you might think that the late season garden doesn’t need a lot of attention. But to keep things colorful, productive, and vibrant, you’ll want to stay on top of certain tasks. Here are 17 tips to keep the late summer garden going strong.

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Chemicals should be a last resort when tackling garden pests and weeds. Start with proper identification, then works through cultural, mechanical, and biological controls before chemicals enter the picture. Learn how to apply garden chemicals safely plus organic alternatives in this guide.

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