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NewOctoberWildlife In The Garden In October
Remove debris from ponds, and float a tennis ball or golf ball on the surface to prevent ice from sealing it. Male frogs often spend winter in the muddy depths of the pond, breathing through their skin.
Leave stacks of plant pots in a sheltered spot to offer shelter for bees and other insects.
Transfer butterflies found inside to the shed or garage. Use an empty shoebox to move them, and make sure it has an available exit (for spring).
Put bundles
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OctoberAround The Garden In October
Move tender plants into the greenhouse to protect them from early frosts. Ensure they have enough space to keep them
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OctoberIn The Vegetable Garden In October
Finish harvesting your beans and peas. When they’ve finished cropping, cut the plant at ground level and leave the roots
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OctoberIn The Flower Garden In October
Cut back any perennial plants that have died down. Alternatively, keep the dead foliage where it is to provide a
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OctoberIn The Fruit Garden In October
To test when apples are ripe, gently lift them in the palm of your hand, or give them a gentle
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