The Garden Shed
A Community Newsletter published by the
Piedmont Master Gardeners
October 2024-Vol.10,No.10
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Table of Contents
Feature
Battery-Powered Lawn and Garden Tools Are Part Of An Evolution
Are you thinking about switching?
In the Ornamental Garden
Native Shrubs for the Home Landscape
Create a Living Landscape with Native Shrubs
In the Edible Garden
Say goodbye to this old timer. There’s a new turnip in town!
Tasks and Tips
October is the time to wrap up the summer growing season and prepare plants and beds for winter.