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Hold off on those pruning shears, friends! Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener, here with a tip to turn your spent summer blooms into a vibrant autumn display.

Echinacea, or coneflower, is a superstar in the fall garden. These tall perennials boast stunning flowers all summer long, and guess what? They keep shining well into autumn!

Here's the magic: Instead of deadheading (removing spent flowers), let your Echinacea go to seed. The seed heads transform into striking tan structures with dark centers. They're beautiful on their own and provide a valuable food source for migrating birds.

Double bonus: By letting your Echinacea seed, you're helping it multiply naturally. Those seeds will spread and create even more cheerful blooms next year!

Here's the Ken Lain timeline:

• October: Leave your Echinacea seed heads standing tall. They may brown a bit, but they'll still be attractive.
• November (or later): If the seed heads become unsightly, cut them back. But leave them standing until winter harshens.
• Spring: Enjoy a new generation of Echinacea springing up from the "mother plant" and the scattered seeds.
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Autumn is prime planting time! There's still plenty of season left to add Echinacea or other colorful perennials to your yard. Visit Watters Garden Center for a fantastic selection and expert advice.

Let's keep those fall gardens blooming!

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