Garden Keeping Journal - November Edition
Tips, Inspiration & Checklists for Zone-7 (and neighboring) gardeners
Not gardening in Zone-7?
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It’s starting to feel like Autumn, and there’s something so magical about this time of year. November brings shorter days, a touch of frost, and - if we’re lucky - more of that crisp, sunny fall weather we love. 🍁
Here in the high country, autumn lingers well into December, painting the garden in warm shades of gold and rust. It’s a quieter season now - less watering, fewer chores - a chance to slow down and simply soak in the beauty of it all.
As I wander through the garden, I find myself dreaming of what could be next: a better spot for that peony, new additions I’ve been imagining, or ways to make things even more delightful next season. Lately, I’ve started jotting down these little ideas in my garden journal—a cozy ritual for these cooler days. When winter truly settles in, and I’m curled up indoors with a cup of tea, these notes will guide me as I plan for spring.
For now, it’s still prime Porch Sittin’ season. There’s nothing quite like wrapping up in a wool blanket and savoring the crisp air while the earth begins its gentle shift toward winter. 🍂
I've got your November Garden Keeping Checklist below - take a look and see what might spark a new idea or serve as a timely reminder for your garden rhythm this month.
About These Checklists
While we don’t offer garden maintenance services here at The Whiskey Porch, these monthly Garden Keeping Checklists are designed to help you stay on track and feel supported through the seasons.
Whether you’re handling everything yourself or working with a maintenance crew, you’ll find the tips practical and flexible - especially if you’re gardening in or around Prescott, Arizona, or in other Zone-7 and neighboring climates.
Each checklist reflects the rhythm I experience here in Prescott’s downtown microclimate, so your own garden may vary slightly depending on your elevation, location, and what you’re growing. Generally speaking, these notes align with USDA Zone 7b.
Of course, no two years are exactly alike, even in the same zone. Some seasons bring an early hard freeze in late October, while others hold off until December. Keep that in mind as you plan your tasks.
These guides are geared toward landscape gardens that include mostly perennials, with a sprinkling of veggies and herbs.
Let's jump in.
