Welcome back to The ATXGardens Podcast! In this episode, landscape consultant and certified arborist Colleen Dieter walks you through what to do in your Central Texas garden during the second half of November—from composting basics to cold protection for fruit trees and citrus.This week, Colleen shares why composting is easiest right now, which trees and shrubs to plant before winter, how to prep citrus for freezes, and the must-know watering advice for recently transplanted native perennials. She also explains what gardeners can still plant safely in late November across veggies, herbs, bulbs, and cool-season annuals.Whether you’re navigating early freezes, planning winter soil care, or deciding what to plant before it gets too cold, this episode is packed with practical, local guidance.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy late November is ideal for starting compost—and how to keep it simpleThe best woody plants to add now (trees, shrubs, roses, vines)How to protect fruit trees and citrus before the first freezeListener Mail: how often to water newly transplanted native perennialsCool-season perennials and bulbs still safe to plant nowLast call for cool-season vegetables, onions, garlic, and strawberriesFreeze prep: why watering before cold fronts matters more than coveringHerbs and annuals to plant before DecemberAlternatives to fall wildflower seeding—and where to buy startsUpcoming garden events and classes across Central TexasLinks & Resources MentionedConsultations & Shop: ATXGardens.comInstagram: @‌ATXGardens_Compost Tea Recipe – Episode 4: Deer Damage, Leaf Drop, and Fall Planting — Here’s What to Know — ATXGardens.comLiquid Humate – ATXGardens.com/planthealthandfertilizersDeer Trunk Protectors https://amzn.to/4pbwHK2Copper Soap Spray – https://amzn.to/3JyGryNMoisture Meter – https://amzn.to/3JYKxQLPaint Pens for Labels – https://amzn.to/4oCsgaYHastaGro Fertilizer – ATXGardens.com/planthealthandfertilizersNative American Seed – seedsource.comCentral Texas Seed Savers: centexseedsavers.orgDon’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with your fellow Central Texas gardeners!

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