Jobs in the garden this month – March

Jobs in the garden this month – March

Jobs in the garden this month Protect new shoots from slugs and snails Slugs and snails become active as the weather improves so be sure to protect vulnerable new growth. Organic slug pellets containing ferric phosphate are as effective as the more popular...
Jobs in the garden – November

Jobs in the garden – November

Protect brassicas from birds Cover plants with netting. If using fine netting, this will need to be removed if snow is forecast, as snow could settle and potentially damage your plants. Using wider mesh prevents this problem occurring. Plant garlic Planting now,...
Jobs in the garden – October

Jobs in the garden – October

Insulate the greenhouse Plants which are not frost hardy need to be brought into an insulated greenhouse or conservatory. Prevent the temperature from dropping too low. Water sparingly while the plants are dormant. Cut back buddleia Cut back buddleia by half to...
Jobs in the garden – September

Jobs in the garden – September

Buy spring bulbs We have a great selection of bulbs including all the old favourites such as daffodils, Crocuses and tulips. As well as these, we also stock more unusual varieties and bulbs such as Camissias and fritillaries to give your garden more variety. Tidy the...