Greenhouse Cleanup and Maintenance
- Remove old plants and tidy up all greenhouse debris and weeds to leave it neat and clean.
- Water sparingly and check for pests.
- Clear out greenhouse crops such as tomatoes, chillies, melons, and cucumbers as they finish.
- Throw out any old or half-dead plants, as they can harbor pests and diseases.
- Ventilate the greenhouse on sunny, breezy days.
House Plant Care in October
- Stop feeding house plants and do not resume until growth begins next year.
- Water house plants just enough to keep the compost moist, but never wet.
- Do not stand plants in saucers of water.
- Remove dust from plant leaves.
Overwintering and Preparing for Winter
- Place rooted cuttings in a bright position.
- Keep winter plants, such as Christmas azaleas, in a suitable environment.
- Stop feeding and water only plants that are still in active growth, such as cyclamen, but be careful not to over-water.
Harvesting and Ripening Greenhouse Produce
- Harvest the last greenhouse tomatoes as they struggle to ripen towards the end of the season.
- If tomatoes don’t ripen in the greenhouse, pick them and ripen them indoors.
- Tidy the greenhouse and ensure proper ventilation on sunny, breezy days.
