Gardening Tips for December for Emporia, KS
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Midwest Region

- Save and inventory leftover seeds.
- When watering your houseplants, avoid using cold water because it may shock the plants; use tepid water.
- Move your houseplants away from icy windows to prevent any chilling.
- Check your houseplants for any insects or diseases, and treat when necessary.
- Remove the snow from evergreen shrubs to prevent them from breaking.
- To help reduce winter damage to your lawn, minimize traffic on the frozen grass.
- Houseplants with large leaves benefit from being washed with a damp cloth to remove the dust.
- Check your fruits and vegetables in storage; throw away any that are damaged or diseased.
- Bring in the evergreens for holiday decorations!
- Relax and dream about next year's garden.
- Don't forget gardening when you make out your holiday gift list! Find ideas at Almanac.com/Store.
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