Gardening Jobs For November
Top gardening jobs this month
Lawns made easy
Step 1. Rake up fallen leaves
Rake up leaves that have fallen on the lawn as they can block out light and air and kill off healthy grass. You can then use the leaves on your compost heap.
Step 2. Sow a new lawn
New lawns from seed germinate brilliantly in autumn when the soil is warm and moist, giving roots time to establish ahead of winter. Gro-Sure Smart Seed Fast Start is great for sowing this month if soil temperatures are cold as they will still germinate even in cold weather.
Step 3. Dig over and remove weeds
Before sowing, dig soil over, remove weeds, roots and stones, firm down carefully and rake the soil level. Sow grass seed evenly at a rate of around 30g per square metre then lightly rake the soil over, so most of the seeds are covered. Water well and ensure the soil remains moist while seeds germinate and establish.
Planting & Protection
Step 1. Planting shrubs, evergreens and conifers
Shrubs, evergreens and conifers can be planted at the beginning of the month whilst the soil is warm and moist. If the weather is dry then they still need to be watered.
Step 2. Protect tender plants
Be sure to protect tender plants this month in case of frost. You could move them into large containers in a sheltered corner and cover them with horticultural fleece, or put them in your greenhouse if you have one. Keep protected plants relatively dry so that they stay dormant over the winter.
Step 3. Plant tulips and sweet peas
You can still plant tulips, and sweet peas can be sown at the beginning of November for an early display come spring next year.
Feed the birds
Step 1: Winter Bird Care
Care for garden birds all year round but particularly during winter when food is scarce
Step 2. Bird Food
Putting out high fat content bird food such as fat balls will help them through the winter.
Step 3. Keep water fresh
All birds need to drink. They also need water to help keep their feathers in good condition.
Bird baths are the easiest option. Size doesn’t matter but a shallow dish shape should be used.