August in the Garden
With a change in the weather grass is growing again along
with all your plants , but the bad news is so are the weeds. Keep on top of
dead heading, weeding and watering. Enjoy
your garden but there are many chores to keep up with this month. The forecast
is for the sun to return later in the month.
LAWNS
Regular mowing is now required but remember to vary the
blade height according to the weather, not too low if we have a dry spell. You
should spike your lawn to allow rainwater to feed the roots. Continue to rid
the lawn of weeds and renovate any damaged areas.
ROSES
In order to get those long stems, remove any small buds with
your fingers to allow the main stem to grow. Continue with pest control. Remember to hoe the soil for aeration. Also
time to think about and plan late autumn planting for next year
HERBACEOUS BORDERS
Cut back any flowers that have finished flowering. Trim dead heads from others, and keep plants well
supported especially in windy weather.
For sweet pea mulch and water as needed. Fertilise others such as
chrysanthemums. Take cuttings for the
house
Time to plan the autumn chores and even to start planting
daffodil bulds.
TREES & SHRUBS
Keep any grass away from the trunks of shrubs and trees nd
remove any self sown trees or shrubs such as sycamore or ash. Prune shrubs that
have finished flowering.
PATIOS & DECKING
Patio pots will need regular watering , remove dead heads
and top dress the pots . Make sure pots are in a shady place when the sun is
hottest.
VEGETABLES
Now is the time to sow winter cabbage seeds and also lettuce for early winter. On the herb
front take cuttings from mint, sage or rosemary and put in pots.
Monkeypuzzle.ie will be delighted to help with any of the
above or any other garden or landscaping matters. Please call Daragh at 012897751
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