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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.

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…

After summer gatherings and before autumn weather takes hold, September is the ideal time for a garden deep-clean. 1. Jet Washing Patios & Decking 2. Driveways & Paths 3. Garden Furniture 4. Autumn Prep 🌿 Tip: A September jet wash sets your garden up for autumn while saving you a much bigger job next spring!…

As the seasons shift, gardens become crucial havens for wildlife preparing for winter. With a few simple steps this September, you can help birds, insects, and mammals thrive. 1. Food for Birds 2. Shelter for Hedgehogs & Insects 3. Pond Care 4. Plant for Pollinators 🌿 Final Thought: Your garden can become a lifeline for…

Planting in September ensures your garden looks great this autumn while setting the stage for spring and early crops next year. Flowers & Bulbs Vegetables Herbs 🌿 Tip: September planting is all about forward thinking — your efforts now bring spring cheer and winter harvests. Need Help maintaining your Garden? At Project Garden, we can help…

By September, summer has taken its toll on lawns — heavy use, heat stress, and drought may have left them patchy. The good news? Autumn is the perfect season to repair and strengthen grass before winter sets in. 1. Scarify and Rake Remove moss, thatch, and debris so air and nutrients reach the soil. 2.…

September is the bridge between summer and autumn. The days may still feel warm, but cooler nights and shorter daylight hours signal big changes in the garden. Now’s the time to tidy, plant, and prepare for the colder months ahead while enjoying the last bursts of summer colour. Here’s your essential September garden checklist: 1.…

If you want to attract more wildlife to your garden, building a wildlife pond is one of the very best things you can do — and May is the perfect time to get started.The warmer weather helps plants establish quickly, and visiting creatures will soon follow! The great news is: you don’t need a huge…

May is one of the most exciting months for kitchen gardeners.The warmer soil and longer days mean it’s time to get serious about sowing and planting if you want a bountiful harvest this summer and beyond. Whether you’re filling raised beds, growing in pots, or just carving out a corner of your garden for veg,…