Spring Into September

With hosepipe bans up and down the country and the driest summer since 1976, we know that your garden might not be looking its usual green self. So what tasks can you do in the garden this month, despite the ground being drier than ever.

Saving Water

Unfortunately, for many of us, our pride and joy gardens are starting to wilt under the summer sun. And with little rain falling from the sky, our water buts are starting to run dry. So how can you ensure that your wonderful garden still has something to drink? Re-use your water where possible.
Whether it’s your dishwater, bathwater (we know, it’s not our favourite thing to use in the garden either) or if you are doing a water change in your fish tank. It all helps to keep your plant’s roots as moist as possible.
While most water is good water, please avoid certain chemicals being used in the garden. Such as any bleach water. As this will do more harm than good.

Feed Your Garden

While the water might be short, it doesn’t mean that there aren’t other ways that you can feed your garden.
Head on over to your local garden centre, where they can recommend the best feed for your plants in particular. While you are there, make sure that it is suitable for the current dry spell.
While we recommend that this is the perfect time to add a layer of compost or manure to your borders, unfortunately, you cannot do this on dry soil. Adding this layer on top of dry soil will create a barrier that will prevent moisture from getting to the soil. If we have a nice couple of days of rain, this will be the perfect time to layer up.

Preparing For Autumn

We may have discussed how dry the last couple of months have been, but it doesn’t mean that we should neglect the weather that is in front of us. The autumn months are quickly drawing in, and it’s time to prepare.
Falling leaves are the bane of our life for many of us. Particularly if you have a pond. So if you have trees in your garden that are due to start shedding any week now, it’s time to take precautions.
Make sure that you net over your pool to avoid falling leaves tainting your water. Rake your lawn regularly to remove leaves before they mulch into your lawn. Sweep your paths, patios and decking to ensure that the leaves do not cause a layer of algae or moss on the surface, which will make it slippery when wet.

For more information on garden landscaping in Abingdon, or regular garden maintenance, please contact the team today who will be happy to assist you. If your garden is looking worse for wear following the draught, this could be the perfect time to start again.