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Garden Detective: September chores

Any herbs that aren't annuals -- including parsley

Photo credit: AP, 2007 | Any herbs that aren't annuals -- including parsley -- can be potted and brought indoors. They'll do well by a sunny window all winter long.

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September is a funny month: We could be plagued by heat waves, have cool, crisp weather, or get a cold snap followed by an Indian summer. Despite what direction the wind blows, summer flowers will fade, vegetables will be harvested and the garden will need tending. Enjoy whatever the month brings, and keep on track with these chores.

1. Many weeds still haven't gone to seed. Pull them up now...

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