March
In the Fruit Garden In March
Cut autumn-fruiting raspberry canes to the ground to stimulate new canes, which will fruit in the autumn.
Protect the blossoms of apricots, peaches and nectarines from frost with a screen or horticultural fleece.
Cover strawberries with a cloche to encourage earlier fruiting.
Cut the tips of summer-fruiting raspberry canes that have grown beyond the top of their supports – cut just above the bud.
Mulch rhubarb with a thick layer of well-rotted manure to keep it healthy and reduce moisture loss through the soil. Take care not to cover the crown.
Feed blueberry plants with ericaceous plant fertiliser.
Top Tip:
Mulch fruit trees with well-rotted manure or garden compost. Take care not to mound the mulch up around the tree trunks.
This Month's Key Tips
- Remove weeds, thatch and moss from your lawn and improve drainage.
- Plant summer flowering bulbs.
- Protect new spring shoots from slugs.
- Hoe and mulch weeds to keep them under control early.
- Top dress containers with fresh compost.
