SEASONAL
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Through the Seasons
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Make the most of October
October brings golden autumn days, chilly mornings, and the first hints of winter. It’s time to gather the last harvests, preserve seasonal produce, prepare the garden for colder days, and bring comforting autumn flavours into the kitchen. Make the most of this colourful season, one project at a time.
October reflections: The Silent Power of Gratitude
October brings golden light, abundant harvests and the first hints of winter. Join me in these October reflections as we celebrate autumn’s beauty, find gratitude in the little things and learn to embrace the changing seasons.
Garden Tasks in October
October is the month to harvest frost-sensitive crops, sow winter greens, plant garlic, protect the soil and prepare the garden for colder weather. Here are the essential October garden tasks for a healthy garden now and next spring.
What To Sow and Plant in October
October may bring shorter days and the first frosts, but the growing season isn’t over yet. Discover what to sow and plant in October, from hardy leafy greens and green manure to garlic and overwintering onions.
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October reflections: The Silent Power of Gratitude
October brings golden light, abundant harvests and the first hints of winter. Join me in these October reflections as we celebrate autumn’s beauty, find gratitude in the little things and learn to embrace the changing seasons.
Garden Tasks in October
October is the month to harvest frost-sensitive crops, sow winter greens, plant garlic, protect the soil and prepare the garden for colder weather. Here are the essential October garden tasks for a healthy garden now and next spring.
What To Sow and Plant in October
October may bring shorter days and the first frosts, but the growing season isn’t over yet. Discover what to sow and plant in October, from hardy leafy greens and green manure to garlic and overwintering onions.
September Reflections: A New Energy
September brings cooler nights, abundant harvests and a welcome burst of new energy. Join me in the garden, kitchen and everyday moments as summer slowly gives way to autumn.
September Garden Tasks: What to Sow, Harvest and Do This Month
September is anything but quiet in the vegetable garden. Discover what to harvest and sow, how to protect your soil and crops, and which jobs will prepare your garden for autumn, winter and next spring.
What To Sow in September: Vegetables for Autumn & Winter
September isn’t the end of the sowing season. Discover which vegetables you can sow now for autumn and winter harvests — and which crops you can start for an early harvest next spring.
ABOUT SEASONAL SIMPLE LIFE
Hi, I’m Angela
I’m a gardener, home cook and enthusiastic experimenter with a weakness for preserving, sourdough, soapmaking and projects that send me down unexpected rabbit holes. Seasonal Simple Life is where I share practical guides and what I learn along the way — one project at a time.