September can make gardeners spend their money on things the garden never asked for. Garden centers fill up with colorful plants, bags of mysterious amendments, shiny tools, and products promising to solve problems that might disappear on their own once cooler weather settles in.
But September also gives gardeners a chance to save. A little restraint can keep perfectly good money in the wallet while still leaving enough room for the purchases that actually matter, such as spring bulbs, well-chosen perennials, and materials that protect plants from winter. Here are 10 garden expenses that deserve a hard pass this month.
