Many shrubs and perennials go dormant in the fall. Fewer daylight hours and cooler temperatures signal to plants that it’s time to wind down and redirect energy away from leaves, stems and shoots.

Are your tomatoes splitting and cracking before you can harvest them? It's frustrating to see, but there are ways you can support your plants as they grow.

As you get your home ready for autumn, make these tweaks to your routine to avoid setting the scene for mold and mildew.