As temperatures drop, your garden can become a vital refuge for birds, hedgehogs, and insects. With a few simple steps this November, you can help them survive the cold while keeping your garden full of life. 1. Feed the Birds Provide high-fat foods like peanuts, suet balls, and sunflower seeds. Keep feeders clean and topped…

After a busy gardening season, your tools deserve a little TLC. Proper maintenance now keeps them working perfectly next spring — and saves money on replacements! 1. Clean Everything Thoroughly Remove dirt and sap from spades, forks, secateurs, and shears. A quick scrub with warm, soapy water works wonders. 2. Sharpen Blades Use a whetstone…

Frosty mornings and the first snow flurries might look magical, but they can wreak havoc on unprotected gardens. Here’s how to keep your plants, pots, and garden structures safe this winter. 1. Wrap Up Tender Plants Use horticultural fleece or bubble wrap to insulate tree ferns, palms, and bananas. Don’t forget pots — roots are…

It’s easy to forget about your lawn once frost sets in — but November is a crucial month for protecting and preserving healthy grass. With a little attention now, you’ll be rewarded with lush growth in spring. 1. Stop Mowing (Mostly!) Once growth slows, reduce mowing to a minimum. Only trim if necessary, keeping mower…

November is the month when the garden slows down — but that doesn’t mean you can hang up your tools just yet! There’s plenty you can do now to keep everything healthy, tidy, and ready for the colder months ahead. Here’s your November garden checklist: 1. Protect Tender Plants Wrap vulnerable plants like tree ferns,…

October is the ideal time to tidy hedges and gardens before winter sets in. Not only does it keep your outdoor space neat, but it also protects plants and structures from storm damage. 1. Hedge Trimming 2. Leaf Clearance 3. Pruning and Cutting Back 4. Jet Washing Surfaces 🌿 Final Thought: An October tidy-up leaves…

As autumn deepens, wildlife looks for food and shelter to survive the colder months. Your garden can be a lifeline with just a few simple steps. 1. Feed the Birds 2. Help Hedgehogs 3. Support Pollinators 4. Provide Shelter 🌿 Final Thought: By supporting wildlife now, you’re creating a healthier, more balanced garden ecosystem. Want…

October is bulb-planting season! By planting now, you’ll enjoy a garden bursting with colour next spring. Here are five bulbs you should plant this month: 1. Tulips 2. Daffodils 3. Crocus 4. Hyacinths 5. Fritillaria 🌿 Planting Tip: Always plant bulbs at a depth of three times their height, and in well-drained soil. Love spring…

In October, frosty nights become more likely — and tender plants are at risk. A few precautions now will protect your garden and save you heartache come spring. 1. Identify Tender Plants Dahlias, begonias, pelargoniums, fuchsias, and citrus trees are particularly frost-sensitive. 2. Bring Pots Inside 3. Use Fleece and Covers 4. Mulch Generously 5.…

October marks the true start of autumn — leaves are falling, nights are longer, and gardens need a little extra care to prepare for winter. With the right steps, you can keep your garden looking neat while setting it up for success next spring. Here’s your October garden checklist: 1. Clear Fallen Leaves 2. Plant…