Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Easy maintenance gardening all year round

Early Spring
Remove any weeds and tidy up debristhat has fallen in winter. Top up the mulch so that it is at least 5cm (2 inches) deep. Apply snail bait around susceptible plants.

Mid Spring
Sprinkle complete plant food evenly between shrubs. If you have frosts, prune away any blackened stems.

Late Spring
Increase rate of watering. Inspect flowers and shrubs for aphids, caterpillars and thrips. Prune evergreen shrubs, including natives, after bloom.

Early Summer
Remove dead flower heads from shrubs and flowers. Shear potted or hedging box plants to maintain shape. Apply wetting agent to all potted plants.

Mid Summer
Clear guttering and garden of flammable material.

Autumn
Tidy up any debris before winter. Rake fallen leaves and apply as mulch on garden beds. Remove moss on paths and steps as it appears.

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