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As the autumn days shorten and nights begin to bring frost, October is a key time in the gardening calendar. The soil tends to be moist from autumn rains, plants are slowing growth, but there are still tasks to do to help your garden survive winter better. One useful tool in your kit is sodium polyacrylate — a super-absorbent polymer that can improve soil moisture retention, buffer against drought or freeze-thaw stress, and help plants over winter. This article covers: What sodium polyacrylate is Why October is a good time to use it How to apply it (methods, rates, examples)...