Got a gardening question?
Ask Allen!
For the better part of the last decade, Allen Smith has been the green-thumb go-to guy for all things Rogue Compost. From annuals and perennials to shrubs, trees, gardens, lawns and more. If you’ve got a question, odds are Allen has your answer. Here’s a sampling of the most-asked questions.
Compost Tips for The Rogue Valley
![Photo Compost Oct Fall Mulching 1100x600](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/photo_Compost_Oct_FallMulching_1100x600.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=327&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=600)
What does it mean to put your beds to bed in the fall?
Allen’s Answer![Photo Compost Oct Fall Tasks 1100x600](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/photo_Compost_Oct_FallTasks_1100x600.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=327&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=600)
Which garden tasks are a must in October?
Allen’s Answer![Photo Compost Sept Spring Bulbs 1100x600](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/photo_Compost_Sept_SpringBulbs_1100x600.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=327&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=600)
When do I plant bulbs that will bloom in the spring?
Allen’s Answer![Photo Compost Sept Fall Mistakes 1100x600](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/photo_Compost_Sept_FallMistakes_1100x600.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=327&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=600)
What are the most common fall gardening mistakes — and how can I avoid them?
Allen’s Answer![Photo Compost Sept Fall Flowers 1100x600](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/photo_Compost_Sept_FallFlowers_1100x600.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=327&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=600)
How can I add some color to my fall garden?
Allen’s Answer![Photo Compost Sept Garden Chore 1100x600](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/photo_Compost_Sept_GardenChore_1100x600.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=327&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=600)
What do the September garden chores look like?
Allen’s Answer![Photo profile allen 1](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/photo_profile_allen-1.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=400&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=400)
Didn't find your question? Ask Allen!
Use the form below to get your compost questions answered. Allen will review and reply to you as soon as time permits.
Ask Allen
![Form image](https://rogueshred.imgix.net/images/form-image_2022-03-09-180742_vloc.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&domain=rogueshred.imgix.net&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=850&ixlib=php-3.3.1&usm=20&w=350)