How to Prep Your Garden for Autumn, the Youngevity Way

Autumn is almost here, but it’s not time to put away the gardening gloves and shears just yet! Even as the weather cools and the leaves begin to turn, your garden soil remains warm and primed for another planting season.¹ There are so many delicious and nutritious harvests left to enjoy before the winter chill sets in—read on for tips on how to prep your garden for fall planting and what grows easily into the cooler months.

When to Plant

This depends on your local climate! You can check your zip code’s hardiness zone here and use the Almanac’s first frost calculator here—generally, the experts recommend having at least enough time for your plants to reach maturity before the first frost of the season to maximize your harvest.

What to Grow

This will also vary depending on where you live, but generally, most zones across the U.S. will support fall plantings of: Lettuce, Kale, Swiss Chard, Spinach, Broccoli, Radishes, Carrots, Beets, Bush Beans, Potatoes, Green Onions, Cauliflower, Peas, and Garlic.^1,2,3,4 Leafy greens, root vegetables, bulbs, and hardy herbs may thrive all year long in the right conditions and zones, especially indoors or in a greenhouse where growing conditions can be more controlled. As a general rule, anything that matures quickly or can handle the cold is a good bet for autumn planting.

Prepping Your Garden, The Youngevity Way

Ready to breathe life back into your garden and add more nutrients to your harvest? Youngevity’s Bloomin Minerals™ Soil Revitalizer and Liquid Soil Conditioner give you everything you need to establish and refresh your favorite green spaces.

Whether you’re working with a brand-new or pre-existing garden, you’ll need to prep your soil to make the most of each product. If you’re starting a garden from scratch, always make sure to research the type of soil, the amount of sun/shade, and how much water/drainage your crops prefer for maximum harvest. While these products are designed for use with most plants, plants with very specific pH or water needs may need to be conditioned with caution or left out to avoid disrupting their pH or drainage.

Step 1: Start with Bloomin Minerals™ Soil Revitalizer

This product is ideal for your initial planting phase! First, clear away all debris and weeds; this gives you a chance to root out any lingering pests and ensures you’re not feeding any unwanted sprouts. Next, use a garden spade or fork to gently break up/till the topmost layers of soil, which will help both the revitalizer and the conditioner reach your plants’ roots. Sprinkle the revitalizer over the soil and mix in, following dosage instructions on the label for best results.

Step 2: Follow up with Bloomin Minerals™ Liquid Soil Conditioner

This product is best used for regular conditioning and garden maintenance. Same process—check for weeds/pests and till your topsoil before applying. Dilute with water according to the label instructions for best results. After applying a layer of conditioner, add a layer of mulch to help hold in moisture, nutrients, and prevent new weeds from growing.

Ready to put that garden-fresh produce to use? Autumn crops are packed with beneficial nutrients like fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, adding vital variety, flavor, and freshness to your cooking and boosting your health! Check out our YFast recipe library and read our Blog for autumn meal inspo!

Sources

1 Best Vegetables to Plant for a Fall Garden, Almanac

2 What to Plant in a Fall Garden: A Step-by-Step Guide, Almanac

3 Fall Planting for the Vegetable Garden, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Warren County, Cornell University

4 It’s Not Too Late to Plant Vegetables—These 7 Crops Will Still Give You a Fall Harvest if Planted Today, The Spruce