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NewAugustAround The Garden In AugustLawn growth will slow down in late summer so raise the cutting height of your mower to help the grass cope.
Recut any lawn edges. Install lawn edging to make future maintenance easier.
Recycle your water; collect washing up water in a bucket outside for watering beds and lawns. Use water butts as much as you can.
Turn the compost in your compost bin(s) every month to keep it well aerated and to speed up decomposition.
If you’re planning on laying a new
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NewAugustIn The Veg Garden In AugustWater sweetcorn plants regularly. Feed them with tomato food to get the best cobs. Pinch out the tops of tomato
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NewAugustWildlife In The Garden In AugustPutting a raised up bird bath out in the open will give courage to shy birds (like the Dunnock) who
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NewAugustIn The Flower Garden In AugustWater Camellias and Rhododendrons thoroughly to ensure that next year’s buds develop well. Deadhead Lilies for a better flower display
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NewAugustIn The Fruit Garden In AugustKeep birds and squirrels off your berries with netting or old net curtains. If you have plants fruiting in containers,
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NewJulyWildlife In The Garden In JulyMake sure your bird baths are topped up in hot weather. Clean and sterilise your bird feeders and tables. Put
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