December in the garden December isn’t exactly peak gardening season, particularly when it’s freezing outside and you’d rather be sitting somewhere warm. But the garden hasn’t completely shut down. Here are 10 useful jobs for December. This month’s jobs 1. Protect Plants From Frost2. Keep Bird Feeders Full3. Keep Water Available4. Prune Apple and Pear…
November in the garden November brings shorter days, colder nights and plenty of fallen leaves, but there are still worthwhile jobs to tackle whenever the weather allows. This month’s jobs 1. Plant Tulips2. Plant Bare-Root Trees and Shrubs3. Clear Leaves From Lawns4. Protect Outdoor Containers5. Clean Bird Feeders6. Check Stored Produce7. Protect Tender Plants8. Clean…
October in the garden October is when autumn really takes hold. Leaves tumble from trees, temperatures fall and summer displays finally begin giving way. Far from being the end of the gardening year, October is one of the best months for preparing for the next one. This month’s jobs 1. Keep Collecting Leaves2. Plant Spring…
September in the garden September is one of my favourite months in the garden. There’s still enough warmth to enjoy being outdoors, but the first signs of autumn are beginning to appear. Growth starts to slow, leaves begin to turn and many summer plants are reaching the end of their best. But this certainly isn’t…
August in the garden August is a month for enjoying the garden, but it can also be hot, dry and incredibly productive. The main priorities are keeping plants watered, harvesting crops and extending displays for as long as possible. This month’s jobs 1. Keep Watering Containers2. Harvest Vegetables3. Deadhead Dahlias and Other Flowers4. Collect Seeds5….
July in the garden July is often when the garden reaches its summer peak. Borders are full, vegetables are producing and patios and seating areas finally get the use they deserve. Hot and dry conditions can also make July a demanding month. This month’s jobs 1. Prioritise Watering2. Deadhead Regularly3. Harvest Courgettes4. Pick Beans5. Look…
June in the garden June brings long days, warm evenings and gardens packed with growth. It’s a fantastic month to enjoy your outdoor space—but plants can demand plenty of attention. This month’s jobs 1. Water Wisely2. Deadhead Flowers3. Mow the Lawn4. Look After Tomatoes5. Harvest Early Crops6. Keep Weeding7. Check Roses8. Feed Containers and Baskets9….
May in the garden This month’s jobs 1. Keep Mowing2. Harden Off Tender Plants3. Plant Out After Frost Risk4. Support Tall Plants5. Keep Weeding6. Water New Plants7. Sow Successional Crops8. Watch for Pests9. Tie In Climbers10. Enjoy the Garden May is when gardens really start looking alive. Growth can be incredibly fast and there always…
April in the garden This month’s jobs 1. Mow Lawns Regularly2. Sow Vegetables3. Keep On Top of Weeds4. Plant Perennials5. Tie In Climbers6. Look After Seedlings7. Prepare Hanging Baskets8. Watch for Pests9. Feed Container Plants10. Keep Protecting Tender Plants April can transform a garden in just a few weeks. Lawns are growing, blossom is appearing…
March in the garden This month’s jobs 1. Start Mowing the Lawn2. Plant Early Potatoes3. Sow Hardy Vegetables4. Deal With Weeds Early5. Mulch Borders6. Plant Summer-Flowering Bulbs7. Divide Perennials8. Protect New Shoots From Slugs9. Clean Up Containers10. Watch the Weather March is when the gardening year really begins to gather pace. Temperatures start climbing, daylight…
February in the garden February is when you can finally start feeling that spring isn’t too far away. Days are getting longer, bulbs are appearing and there are plenty of jobs that can give your garden a head start. This month’s jobs 1. Prune Roses2. Prepare Vegetable Beds3. Start Chitting Seed Potatoes4. Sow Early Seeds…
January in the garden January might be one of the quietest months in the garden, but there is still plenty to be getting on with. On dry, frost-free days, a few hours spent outside can make a big difference when spring arrives. Here are 10 essential gardening jobs to tackle in January. This month’s jobs…
