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Winter is coming to Central Texas, but do you know which plants actually need protection from freezing temperatures? In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen explains what USDA plant hardiness zones really mean, why Austin's Zone 9 designation can be misleading, and how to prepare your garden for winter. You'll also learn which trees and shrubs you can still plant, when to stop planting vegetables and perennials, and essential winter care tips for fruit trees, herbs, and Texas wildflowers. Whether you're gardening in Austin or elsewhere in Central Texas, this episode will help you protect your plants, avoid common winter gardening mistakes, and keep your garden healthy through the colder months.

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November is here, and it’s time to get your Central Texas garden ready for colder weather! In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares how to prepare your plants for the first freeze, which trees and shrubs you can still plant, and the final window for planting cool-season vegetables, herbs, perennials, and bulbs. You’ll also learn how to protect young trees from deer, care for fruit trees, manage fallen leaves, and prepare your lawn for winter. Whether you’re gardening in Austin or elsewhere in Central Texas, this episode will help you tackle the most important early November garden tasks before winter arrives.

This episode is sponsored by Garden Bug. Need help with weeding, mulching, planting, pruning, or garden maintenance? Visit http://Garden-Bug.com and mention the ATXGardens Podcast for a free quote.

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Late October is your last chance to tackle some important fall gardening tasks before winter arrives in Central Texas! In this episode of the ATXGardens Podcast, Colleen shares what to plant now, including garlic, cool-season vegetables, herbs, perennials, bulbs, and Texas bluebonnets, plus what you should stop pruning and fertilizing as plants prepare for colder weather. You’ll also learn how to control an aggressive trumpet vine, why fruit tree leaves need special cleanup, and one simple fall lawn care tip that can help reduce winter weeds. Whether you’re gardening in Austin or elsewhere in Central Texas, this episode will help you make the most of the final weeks of fall planting season.

**Find full show notes, product links, and upcoming event info at www.atxgardens.com/podcast