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August 2009 Winter will soon be over and it’s time to start preparing your garden for those long, hot sunny days.
GARDEN CALENDAR · Plant roses, shrubs and trees · Plant winter-flowering shrubs that add winter colour · Camellias and magnolias bloom in winter - fertilise! · Plant seedlings such as calendula and pansy · Lawn care - add seed and remove weeds · Fertilise bulbs and winter vegetables · Mulch, mulch, mulch. · Check potted plants for moisture · Clean up garden rubbish near houses to prevent fire · Prepare flower and vegetable seedlings for planting in spring - keep them moist · When planting, don’t forget to add water crystals
STAGE 3A WATER RESTRICTIONS CONTINUE In our August newsletter we look at some water saving ideas for your garden.
· Grow plants that have good drought tolerance. · Use water saving crystals · Try soil wetters that help water penetrate the soil · Mulch garden beds and around the base of plants to keep moisture in the soil. · Group plants together according to how much water they need. · Fertilise with organic plant foods or liquids. · Improve soils by mixing in compost. This will help the soil to hold more water. · Water deeply to encourage roots to move down into the soil. · Apply water with a wand or a water breaker. This helps it to penetrate more easily. · Water into the root area so maximum moisture gets in where the plants can use it. HAVE YOU MET TARGET 155? SHOW US YOUR WATER BILL AND WE’LL REWARD YOU WITH A 10% DISCOUNT ON YOUR GARDEN SERVICES!!WHAT ABOUT PLANTING A VEGGIE PATCH?Have you ever thought about growing your own vegetables? Many varieties are quick and easy to grow and you’ll be picking your own fresh produce before you know it. Growing veggies is also a great way of getting kids involved in gardening and lots of fun. Talk to us today about your ideas.
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