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.