Every gardener knows that patience is a virtue. The hard work you put into planting things and tending your garden might not be rewarded for several weeks, months, or even years. However, this delayed gratification also means there may be delayed disappointments. The mistakes you make in the garden today may not be clear immediately, but they could lead to the future demise of your plants several months from now. So, as we head into the cold weather season , where many of our gardening tasks are focused on prepping for spring , here are the three things you should do now to avoid pests and other issues down the line.

Soil compaction is one of the main issues that comes up in lawns and gardens over the fall, says Chrissie Handley, a lawn care specialist and gardening expert with Onlin

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