Lawns Lay turf for new lawns. Increase height of mower blades for cutting. Keep lawn from debris. Top dress with sand.
Trees and shrubs Plant deciduous and evergreen shrubs. Also plant trees (not conifers); protect in exposed sites with protection sheeting and canes. Prune conifers. Take hardwood cuttings of all shrubs.
Roses Plant at end of month. [...]
Lawns Sow new lawns before the start of the cold weather, and resew worn areas. Aerate and top-dress existing lawns. Mow with blades set at medium height.
Trees and Shrubs Plant or transplant all types of evergreen trees or shrubs apart from conifers. After gales check climbers and young trees are still fastened and secure.
Roses [...]
This calendar pinpoints the essential tasks of the seasons and suggests plants to provide colour throughout the year.
Lawns Mow regularly, water during dry spells. Apply organic weedkiller and fertilizer.
Trees and Shrubs Keep soil around the shrubs and trees well watered. Clip Lavender bushes after flowering. Cut back wisteria.
Perennials Make [...]
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