The clocks have gone back and I suppose it’s not the most
inspiring time of year in the garden but there are still jobs to be done. The days are short and we often get the first real frosts of the year but on a clear sunny
day it’s still nice to get out in the garden.
It’s important to rake up the fallen leaves to stop the
grass from going yellow or getting any fungal diseases, as a bonus the leaves
make great compost. You may need to tidy up the grass a little too, a light trim
with your mower set slightly higher than normal and when there is no overnight
frost forecast will do it no harm at all.
Most plants in the garden are dormant this time of year and
need very little attention but trees, shrubs and wall plants my need their supports
checking and tying in if necessary. November
is also a good time to plant bare root and container grown trees, shrubs and fruit
bushes when the conditions are favorable however! never plant into frozen or
waterlogged ground.
Don’t forget to move any frost tender plants indoors or wrap
with a fleece.
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