October

Thursday, 29 June 2017 22:10

Written by The Webmaster

Now that colder weather is approaching, protect half-hardy plants with fleece.
Plant daffodil bulbs, tulip bulbs and Allium bulbs for a glorious spring display. Dot them through borders or naturalise them.
Plant bare root ornamental trees and shrubs.
Plant spring bedding such as wallflowers, Bellis, Primulas and winter pansies for a fantastic spring display.
If your summer containers are looking past their best, re-plant them with fresh winter bedding plants.
Autumn is the ideal time to plant Clematis plants.
This month is an ideal time to move trees and shrubs, and plant hedges.
Hardwood cuttings can be taken now from deciduous shrubs.
Prune climbing roses and rambling roses once they've finished flowering and tie in the stems before autumn winds cause damage.
Clear up fallen rose leaves to prevent diseases such as black spot from over-wintering - don't compost the leaves.
Clear overhanging plants away from pathways to maintain access routes throughout the garden.
Cut back perennial plants that have died down or alternatively leave the dead foliage in place for over-wintering wildlife.
Lift and divide any overcrowded herbaceous perennials whilst the soil is still warm.
After tidying borders, mulch with bark chips, well-rotted manure, leaf mould or spent mushroom compost to insulate plant roots for the winter and keep weed growth in check.

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