This is a good time to take a look at the garden, and plan next year’s improvements.
Clear up any debris and annuals from the borders, dig over and apply some mulch to protect the roots of the perennials.
New trees, shrubs and roses can now be moved & replanted if necessary. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips For December: Last In Series
Tulip bulbs should now be planted.
If you still haven’t planted your other spring bulbs, get them in quickly, and they will be fine.
Plant up some hanging baskets and containers with cyclamen, pansies, and primroses to brighten up the patio and borders. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips For November
Treat the lawns to an autumn feed, taking care to read the instructions on the box first.
Continue to cut the grass until the end of the month, using the high setting on the mower.
If you want to keep the tender plants over the winter, now is the time to bring them inside to a frost free environment. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips For October
Continue to keep the garden tidy by dead heading, and cutting back finished perennials. It can still be warm enough in September to sit in the garden, therefore continue to enjoy the garden by keeping up general maintenance.
If you are thinking of creating a new lawn, either with seed or turf, September is the time to do it. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips For September
Dead heading of all flowering plants is important, as it encourages new growth and further blooms.
This includes the roses. Dead heading also keeps the plants looking neat and tidy.
[Read more…] about Gardening Tips For July
Remember to dead head continuously now throughout the summer. This diverts energy from producing seed into producing flowers.
Instigate good practices with water, such as using kitchen & bath water for watering the garden as long as it not too greasy. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips for June
Beware of a late frost in May. Keep tender plants protected at night if there is a frost forecast.
Bedding plants should not be planted until the middle of the month, otherwise you could lose them if we have a late frost.
[Read more…] about Gardening Tips for May
From mid April to early May, it is the time to sow new lawns and to over-seed the dead patches.
If moss is a problem, top dress with a combined fertiliser and moss killer, but make sure you read the instructions on the package before applying to the lawn.
Feed shrubs and roses with a general fertiliser. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips For April
Plant summer flowering bulbs. There are plenty on sale at the garden centres. Read the packet for best planting times.
Lilies look great planted in large containers on the patio.
Protect new spring shoots from slugs. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In March By Mo
Now is the time to start planning changes in your garden. Indulge in new ideas and add your personal style to your garden.
Near the end of the month you could start the winter pruning of your shrubs. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In February From Mo
In January, continue to plan for this year’s improvements. Perhaps consider changing the shape of the lawn and adding another border.
When weather permits, continue to clear paths of moss and leaves.
Tuck all pots close together in a sheltered spot [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In January From Mo
In December, protect the outside tap from freezing up. Use bubble wrap, insulating foam or a purpose made cover.
This is a good time to take a look at the garden, and plan next year’s improvements. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In December By Mo
In November, tulip bulbs should now be planted.
If you still haven’t planted your other spring bulbs, get them in quick and they will be fine.
Plant up some hanging baskets and containers with some cyclamen, pansies, and primroses to brighten up the patio and borders. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In November By Mo
In October, remember to treat the lawns to an autumn feed, taking care to read the instructions on the box first.
Continue to cut the grass until the end of the month. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In October By Mo
In the month of September, you can continue to keep the garden tidy by dead heading, and cutting back finished perennials.
It can still be warm enough in September to sit in the garden, therefore continue to enjoy the garden by keeping up general maintenance. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In September By Mo
The month of August is the time to trim the hedges to encourage a well furnished look.
Continue to deadhead flowering plants on a regular basis to encourage new flowers.
Keep the pots and hanging baskets watered as they are now full of roots and will dry out quickly. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In August By Mo
Welcome to Gardening Tips for July.
I’m Mo Mariner and gardening has been my hobby and passion for over 30 years. I’m a qualified local garden designer.
Dead heading of all flowering plants is important, as it encourages new growth and further blooms. [Read more…] about Gardening Tips In July By Mo
