Caring for Flowers and Beds in August
Weeding and Watering Stay on top of weeding in flower beds and borders, preventing weeds from going to seed. Continue...
Weeding and Watering Stay on top of weeding in flower beds and borders, preventing weeds from going to seed. Continue...
Pruning and Maintenance Prune early flowering shrub roses and ramblers that have finished flowering by removing some of the shoots...
Mowing and Adjusting Blade Height Keep up regular mowing, as growth has been good. In dry weather, raise the blades...
Watering and Feeding Water and feed greenhouse plants regularly to maintain strong growth. Be sure to water plants in pots...
Sowing and Planting Repeat sow salad vegetables that mature quickly. Sow spring cabbage, especially in the northern half of the...
Watering and Feeding Water containers and baskets frequently, even daily if the weather is hot and dry. Feed plants in...
Watering and Drought Management Check all young trees, shrubs, and roses for signs of drought, even in damp weather. Water...
Mowing and Trimming Reduce mowing as the rush of early summer growth peaks. Keep lawn edges trimmed for a neat...
Watering and Feeding Water and feed all indoor and greenhouse plants regularly to maintain strong growth. For tomatoes, ease off...
Sowing and Planting Make repeat sowings of fast-maturing vegetables, such as salads, carrots, broccoli, lettuce, and peas. Thin out and...