Winter To Do's

*Apply a final mulch to foundation beds, perennials and roses. Make sure ground is frozen. This additional mulch layer prevents heaving during periodic thaws in January and February.

*Clean, oil and store tools for the winter.

*Prepare snow-blower for winter use. Consider a tune-up and servicing.

*Consolidate all your garden notes for the year-favorite varieties, successful new plants.

*Keep that bird feeder well stocked for the winter. Your birds depend on you.

*Apply boughs from spent Christmas trees and wreaths as a mulch layer for perennial beds. Wait until ground freezes.