Southwestern Deserts  September, 2011 Regional Report  Continue
Planting Cool-Season Vegetables  Sow seeds for peas, beets,
carrots, kohlrabi, leeks, onions, parsnips, radishes, turnips
and all salad greens. Sow or transplant bok choy, broccoli,
Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, Chinese cabbage, and
kale.  Sow Wildflowers  Broadcast seed in fall to germinate with
winter rains. If rains are inadequate, be prepared to keep soil
moist through germination until seedlings reach 1 to 2 inches in
height. Gradually taper off watering as roots establish.
Remember your goal is to mimic nature. Wildflowers don%%%t
thrive if overwatered.  Adjust Automatic Timers  As temperatures
cool, reduce the frequency of irrigations. Plants don%%%t use as
much water in cool weather and overly wet soil promotes root
rot. Always apply the same amount of water with each irrigation
so that it soaks through the entire root system. It is the
frequency of irrigation that changes with the seasons.  Maintain
Roses  Rake up old mulch and