What to Grow in September
September marks the beginning of autumn in the UK, a time of transition for gardens as summer crops wind down and cooler-weather planting begins. Though it may seem like the growing season is drawing to a close, there are still…
16 Jobs for the garden this November
November is a busy month for gardeners in the UK as it begins the transition from autumn to winter. Here are some tasks for you to focus on in your UK garden during November:
October Gardening Jobs
As the bright summer days transform into the rich and earthy tones of autumn, there is a unique charm that blankets the garden in October. The crisp air signals the changing seasons, and the leaves begin their graceful descent from…
Embracing the Beauty of Autumn to Help Nature in Your Garden
The summer warmth is gradually giving way to cooler temperatures and darker nights. Leaves on the trees begin to undergo their breath-taking transformation in to marvellous autumnal colours. This is the perfect opportunity to help Mother Nature in nurturing your…
Heartwarming Creamy Chicken Soup Perfect for Autumn
This popular and comforting dish makes good use of your autumn crops of carrots, potatoes, leaks and onions. A much loved family favourite; this warming soup is often thought of as having healing properties for seasonal colds, even if it…
Easy Butternut Squash Bisque
Easy to follow butternut squash bisque recipe – made from freshly roasted butternut squash, onions and carrots. Blended into a smooth creamy bisque. Goes well with a crusty roll or baguette! Ingredients Instructions Pre-heat your oven to 200°C Cut the…
What to take cuttings of in September
Fuchsia These are one of the easiest perennials to propagate Both hardy and half-hardy perennial varieties of fuchsia root easily. To produce bushy plants, pinch out the growing tips once rooted, then repeat next spring. Read more on taking soft cuttings Hebe…
September Garden Jobs
September marks the shift from late summer to early autumn. There is still plenty to do the garden as we head towards autumn and days get shorter. Here are some gardening tasks you can consider for September:
6 tips on saving water during a hosepipe ban
During a hosepipe ban, it’s essential to conserve water as much as possible to help alleviate the strain on water supplies. Here are some tips on how to save water during a hosepipe ban: Remember, during a hosepipe ban, every…
Autumn gardens
It’s that time of year again – the nights are drawing in and the leaves are turning golden and starting to fall. Autumn is here. This turning point in the year brings about colourful changes in your garden and endless…