Seasons in the garden

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January

Sun ripened tomatoes, new potatoes and home grown salads are the rewards for all your hard work. It can be just too hot to be out in the garden during the day, wait until the evening when it is cooler. Key Points The Edible Garden Regular harvesting of quick producing crops is the key to…

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February

During these hotter months, water becomes vital, especially for your vegetables. They have a high percentage of water, so they need plenty! If you have a bumper summer crop, consider freezing, preserving or sharing your harvest, so it doesn’t go to waste. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden The Lawn

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March

As we move from one season to the next, this month is all about that change: Harvesting the last of summer crops, and preparing for autumn and winter. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden The Lawn

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April

April brings shorter days but they are often still warm, so this month is ideal for tidying up and nourishing the garden ready for winter crops. While it still fairly mild, watch out for the transition to winter in the air. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden The Lawn

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May

May is the month that completes the transition from the mild days of autumn to the cold of winter. The stunning colours of autumn are starting to fade as we move into the heart of winter. Many plants relish this change of season; luckily the bugs don’t! Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden…

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June

Winter is officially here, but there is still plenty to do: prep for spring crops, new rose bushes, and new fruit trees to be planted and get winter crops in the ground. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden The Lawn

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July

With wetter weather around it is harder to get out in the garden, a good time to do some planning with a cup of tea in hand! Frosts and snow will be about in some areas, when in doubt cover and protect all your hard work. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden The…

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August

With wetter weather around it is harder to get out in the garden, a good time to do some planning with a cup of tea in hand! Frosts and snow will be about in some areas, when in doubt cover and protect all your hard work. Key Points The Edible Garden Citrus Trees The Flower…

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September

September is a busy month in the garden calendar. The days are getting longer and the weather warmer. The promise of a long hot summer and a bumper harvest is in the air! Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden The Lawn

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October

This is a month of rapid new growth for the whole garden, so there is plenty of work to do. Spring is well underway, keep an eye on the weather, pay attention to weeding and feeding. A well fed plant will better survive diseases, pests and drought. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden…

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November

The warmer weather is now in sight and with it comes the weeds, pests and diseases. The focus for this month is keeping these under control and the best way to do that is to make sure your plants are well watered and well fed. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden The Lawn

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December

Christmas is just around the corner and the holidays are in sight. Enjoy your downtime but don’t forgot about your crops. With the weather growing warmer, enjoy the fruits of your labour and remember to ask a neighbour to water your garden if you are going away. Key Points The Edible Garden The Flower Garden…