September is perfect for spending time in the garden. The temperatures are lovely, the harvest is busting out all over, and it's great to find a comfortable place to sit (in or near your plot), appreciate what you've accomplished and plan a little for how you could garden for yourself - and others - next year.
Tips for Hardy Gardeners: creating a garden to share
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Tom Kasper/Lisa Johnson