Fall Garden Reminders

If you enjoy fall gardening, you'll need to remember a few key points! The fall planting schedule means that you will most likely be growing your garden during the driest part of the year. Just because it is cooler doesn't mean that your fall garden crops needs less water.  Keep a eye on you rain gauge. If your garden is not getting at least 2 to 3 inches of rain each week, you will need to make up the difference through watering.
Also keep in mind that if you are planting a fall garden according to the first frost date, the first frost date is only a guideline. Jack Frost may come a bit earlier than expected, so be prepared to cover and protect your fall vegetable garden in the event of light frost.

If you live in the South, it is nice to know that Mother Nature makes up for sweltering summer heat by giving you the chance to enjoy a fall vegetable garden.

County Commission Unveils New Website - Features Community Gardens Project

The Montgomery County Commission just released its new website, and we are thrilled with all the information the new site will offer. New additions include an expanded web page for Montgomery County Parks and Recreation -- the home of the Community Gardens Project!

On the popular links section of the page, it will link to this blog and will provide citizens with more information on healthy eating and gardening tips. Look for tips on fall gardening and recipes coming soon.


County Parks and Rec Supervisor James Williams said that they are currently gearing up for the fall planting season. We'll post more about their fall community gardens once we get more details! Until then, Happy Planting!

Until then, please check out the new website at: http://www.mc-ala.org/