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Why you shouldn’t rake your leaves this autumn
When the leaves fall in autumn, they create a mini-ecosystem that benefits wildlife and the environment.
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Lowest temps in months; frost advisory in Atlanta, freeze warning in mountains
A frost advisory is in effect for metro Atlanta through 9 a.m. Thursday, though temperatures should return to normal by the weekend.
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How and when to cover plants during cold weather
‘Georgia Gardener’ Walter Reeves says decision to cover your plants is based on several factors
How and when to protect your pipes from freezing
When temperatures fall below 32 degrees, water pipes are at risk of freezing and bursting.
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If it doesn’t penetrate, it’s time to aerate
Walter Reeves, the "Georgia Gardener," answers reader questions about yard care and other home and garden tips, including when you should aerate your lawn.
