The Gardener's Almanac

Overview ;

A time for tending newly planted plants, and protecting them from predatory wildlife and extremes of weather.

 

At any time this month;

• If required; treat garden furniture with a preservative.

 

• Inspect plants regularly for signs of garden pests.

 

• Keep weeds at bay with regular hoeing.

 

• Mulch areas to reduce the need for hoeing.

 

• Tidy up Topiary specimens.

 

• Treat gravel drives, patios and paths wth a residual weedkiller.

 

Week No. 23 - 3rd to 9th

 

• Mow lawns on a weekly basis.

 

• Tie in or trim wayward climbers particularly if they are affecting passing pedestrians.

 

• Fork over compost bins / heaps.

 

• Ensure that containers and planters have not dried out.

 

• Keep greenhouse temperatures and humidity in check.

 

 

Week No. 24 - 10th to 16th

 

• Ensure plants are watered and fed.

 

• Fill in gaps where plants have died with plants saved for the purpose.

 

• If necessary; remove dead or damaged plant growth and blanket weed. from garden pond.

 

• Top up water levels of ponds and water features if necessary.

 

Week No. 25 - 17th to 23rd

 

• Small ponds may not contain enough natural food to sustain fish, supplement their diet with proprietary fish food.

 

• Shade newly planted shrubs to prevent leaf scorch.

 

Week No. 26 - 24th to 30th

 

• Repair lawn if required.

 

• Be on the look out for slugs and snails to prevent them damaging newly planted plnts.

 

• Similarly be on the look out for their eggs and destroy any that you find.

 

• Don't leave garden chemicals within reach of young children.