Article Written By: Jeremy Cupido
Store Manager @ GardenShop Bryanston

• Plant white flowers, in the shade, to brighten up a dark corner.
• Summer storms can cause devastating runoff, so make sure you have a good mulch, which will break the fall of the water.
• Think of adding lights to your garden, for blissful summer evenings on the lawn or patio.

• Seeds to Sow:
  • Ageratum
  • Alyssum
  • Lobelia
  • Marigold
  • Nasturtium

• Veggies to Sow:
  • Beans
  • Cabbages
  • Carrots
  • Lettuce
  • Onions
  • Tomatoes

• Before going on holiday:
  • Pick off all deadheads and fruit.
  • Weed the whole garden
  • Give your whole Garden a thorough soaking, and place all your pot plants in a trench in the shade.
• Bearded irises can be divided now – or just remove the dead leaves and flowers.
• Hydrangeas will be at their best now. Pick the mature flowers for the vase.
• Plant some beautiful Agapanthus now – there are a number of stunning varieties available at GardenShop.
• Buy a Gardenia or Honeysuckle for sweet summer scent.
• Do not forget to mulch to keep the soil moist.