Ah, November gardens: the air is cool, the leaves crunch underfoot, and the frantic rush of the growing season has finally slowed to a peaceful hush. It’s the time when the soil takes a deep breath, resting after months of supporting blooms, veggies, and backyard victories.
While many gardeners pack away their tools and declare the season done, the true garden strategists know this is the moment to make their next move. And that move is testing your soil—because November is, hands down, the smartest month to do it.
