It's What's Up Wednesday!

And I am freezing! I slept with the windows open last night and woke up to a house that was 58 degrees. (That’s 14 degrees C for all of our readers outside the states.) As I write to you, I’m wearing a sweatshirt and I’m bundled in one of my wool blankets. 

I suppose fall is here, regardless of what the calendar says. 

I’ve got two helpful pieces to share with you this morning. The first is concerning the proper time to buy your fall chrysanthemums (and what to look for when you do). I saw mums in stores everywhere last weekend, but I know better than to pick them up yet. Read on to learn when I buy mine and why.

With September only days away, I thought we should discuss flower beds. It might not feel like it, but September is an important month when it comes to flower beds. What you do (or choose to ignore) can have a big impact on how you start next spring. (And if your flower beds look a hot mess this fall.)

How's the weather in your neck of the woods, folks? If you'll excuse me, I'm going to head to the kitchen for a cup of hot tea!