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Fall Gardening: Getting prepared for the Harvest

Arely Avitia (Flora Fest 2023) / KTEP
Rhus virens v. virens, commonly known as Evergreen Sumac
The dark green, rounded compound leaves have thick waxy leaflets. Clusters of white flowers in the spring are followed by showy red berries. For more information about UTEP's Chihuahuan Desert Gardens, click here.

On this week’s show, Denise and John offer tips on planting fruits and plants in order for them to be ready by the Fall. The beginning of July, it’s a perfect time to start planting in your garden for the Fall harvest and talk about how to protect your garden and what to look out for. Denise will also provide more updates and information on the El Paso County Master Gardeners programs that will be available for anyone to attend.

The El Paso Master Gardeners Program was the first program to start in 1981 within the state of Texas. Offering the necessary means to maintain a responsive organization throughout Texas, El Paso Master Gardeners volunteer with people to spread their interest, gain horticultural training and give back to their communities. You can contact the program if you have any gardening questions or concerns you would like to ask or get help and advice from their volunteers.

For more information visit the  El Paso County Master Gardner’s website for questions, tips, and upcoming calendar events.

Originally aired on July 1, 2023