12 Late-Summer Yard and Garden Upgrades

"I don't know why people don't do more yard work in September," says This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook. "Fall is the absolute best time to get things done, and it gives you a head start on spring." See Get Ready for Fall Planting to see how you can start laying the groundwork to a magical spring yard.

For more fall planting tips, see:
• Plant Bulbs Now, Enjoy Flowers Later
• Fall Bulb Planting
• Fall Landscaping Checklist