Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
These 5 fall mistakes may look harmless now, but they can set you up for a gardening nightmare and major headaches later—and most gardeners don’t even realize they’re making them until it’s too late. I’ll show you how to avoid them right now with simple fixes, so your garden is ready for success. And wait until you see the one garden tool that turned my least favorite fall chore into something I actually enjoy!
👉 Livestream Giveaway: Monday, Sept 22 @ noon PT — garden chat, Q&A, and your chance to win an Aussie Ezy Sprayer, my new favorite garden tool! Set a reminder and join here: youtube.com/live/7Idy-wJCPCQ.
📌 SHOP SUPPLIES IN THIS VIDEO:
*Aussie Ezy Sprayer: 10% off site-wide with code CALIKIM, free shipping on orders over $75.
at https://www.gardenyourway.com.
*Monterey Lawn & Garden Take Down: montereylawngarden.com/product/take-down-garden-spray - 20% off site-wide w/ code "CALIKIM20", https://www.montereylawngarden.com.
*Whiskey Barrel Planters (various sizes, I have 5 & 7 gallon): amzn.to/3HOwVGX
☀️OTHER GARDEN SUPPLIES WE LOVE:
*SEEDS: CaliKim Seed Collections: calikimgardenandhome.com/collections/seed-collections/Seeds
*BOOKS: My Newest Book: calikimgardenandhome.com/pages/10-minute-gardener. Grow your garden in just 10 minutes a day! Grab your signed, personalized copy.
*CaliKim Garden Planner:: Start your free trial: https://calikim.gardenplanner.com. Your personalized planting plan – it’s fun, easy & stress free.
*PEST & DISEASE CONTROL: Monterey Lawn & Garden pest and disease control, and fertilizers: 20% off site-wide w/ code "CALIKIM20", https://www.montereylawngarden.com.
*SOIL/PLANT FOOD: Master Nursery Bumper Crop Soils & Plant Foods:
Exclusively at your local independent Master Nursery Garden Center. For a location near you, visit: bumpercrop.com/store-locator/. Support local!
*DRIP IRRIGATION & MICRO SPRAYERS: Mister Landscaper: 20% off site-wide, with code “CaliKim”, plus FREE shipping with orders $49 and over: https://misterlandscaper.com.
WATCH FOR MORE GARDEN TIPS:
youtube.com/watch?v=HbK07XLVi7M&list=PLH4z_9MDD00JBj5aZyKxAjApfU7WhiK1L&index=1
TIMESTAMPS: (click the timestamp to jump to a specific tip or re-watch your favorite part)
00:00 DON'T make these mistakes!
00:36 Mistake #1 – The “silent invader” that doesn’t die in winter
02:11 Mistake #2 – The hidden winter hotel in your garden
06:55 Mistake #3 – The free harvest hiding in plain sight
09:04 Mistake #4 – Why quitting now leaves you empty later
10:47 Mistake #5 – The hidden sabotage in your garden
AMAZON:
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases:
Amazon general links:
General search page: amzn.to/3897OqD
Patio, Lawn & Garden Bestsellers: amzn.to/3QBsAHB
Plant Support Structures: amzn.to/3DnVzvw
Seed starting supplies: amzn.to/30kbmDG
Grow Lights: amzn.to/2NlY5FB
Garden Tools: amzn.to/2RiwRRq
WHERE TO FIND ME:
Seed & Garden Shop:calikimgardenandhome.com
Instagram: CaliKim: instagram.com/calikim29
CameraGuy: instagram.com/calicameraguy
Facebook Page: facebook.com/CaliKimGardenandHomeDIY
These 5 fall mistakes may look harmless now, but they can set you up for a gardening nightmare and major headaches later—and most gardeners don’t even realize they’re making them until it’s too late. I’ll show you how to avoid them right now with simple fixes, so your garden is ready for success. And wait until you see the one garden tool that turned my least favorite fall chore into something I actually enjoy!
👉 Livestream Giveaway: Monday, Sept 22 @ noon PT — garden chat, Q&A, and your chance to win an Aussie Ezy Sprayer, my new favorite garden tool! Set a reminder and join here: youtube.com/live/7Idy-wJCPCQ.
📌 SHOP SUPPLIES IN THIS VIDEO:
*Aussie Ezy Sprayer: 10% off site-wide with code CALIKIM, free shipping on orders over $75.
at https://www.gardenyourway.com.
*Monterey Lawn & Garden Take Down: montereylawngarden.com/product/take-down-garden-spray - 20% off site-wide w/ code "CALIKIM20", https://www.montereylawngarden.com.
*Whiskey Barrel Planters (various sizes, I have 5 & 7 gallon): amzn.to/3HOwVGX
☀️OTHER GARDEN SUPPLIES WE LOVE:
*SEEDS: CaliKim Seed Collections: calikimgardenandhome.com/collections/seed-collections/Seeds
*BOOKS: My Newest Book: calikimgardenandhome.com/pages/10-minute-gardener. Grow your garden in just 10 minutes a day! Grab your signed, personalized copy.
*CaliKim Garden Planner:: Start your free trial: https://calikim.gardenplanner.com. Your personalized planting plan – it’s fun, easy & stress free.
*PEST & DISEASE CONTROL: Monterey Lawn & Garden pest and disease control, and fertilizers: 20% off site-wide w/ code "CALIKIM20", https://www.montereylawngarden.com.
*SOIL/PLANT FOOD: Master Nursery Bumper Crop Soils & Plant Foods:
Exclusively at your local independent Master Nursery Garden Center. For a location near you, visit: bumpercrop.com/store-locator/. Support local!
*DRIP IRRIGATION & MICRO SPRAYERS: Mister Landscaper: 20% off site-wide, with code “CaliKim”, plus FREE shipping with orders $49 and over: https://misterlandscaper.com.
WATCH FOR MORE GARDEN TIPS:
youtube.com/watch?v=HbK07XLVi7M&list=PLH4z_9MDD00JBj5aZyKxAjApfU7WhiK1L&index=1
TIMESTAMPS: (click the timestamp to jump to a specific tip or re-watch your favorite part)
00:00 DON'T make these mistakes!
00:36 Mistake #1 – The “silent invader” that doesn’t die in winter
02:11 Mistake #2 – The hidden winter hotel in your garden
06:55 Mistake #3 – The free harvest hiding in plain sight
09:04 Mistake #4 – Why quitting now leaves you empty later
10:47 Mistake #5 – The hidden sabotage in your garden
AMAZON:
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases:
Amazon general links:
General search page: amzn.to/3897OqD
Patio, Lawn & Garden Bestsellers: amzn.to/3QBsAHB
Plant Support Structures: amzn.to/3DnVzvw
Seed starting supplies: amzn.to/30kbmDG
Grow Lights: amzn.to/2NlY5FB
Garden Tools: amzn.to/2RiwRRq
WHERE TO FIND ME:
Seed & Garden Shop:calikimgardenandhome.com
Instagram: CaliKim: instagram.com/calikim29
CameraGuy: instagram.com/calicameraguy
Facebook Page: facebook.com/CaliKimGardenandHomeDIY
