August

Your greenhouse in August.

There are many advantages to pruning in the summer – it can be done in several goes up to the end of August. We recommend pruning in dry weather so that the cut edges dry up more quickly and heal better.

A healthy green lawn gives the garden a bright, fresh look. However, grass has a hard time in summer due to the hot temperatures and high humidity. Here are some useful tips for looking after your lawn this month.

Your vegetables will also need plenty of water during this warm month – if they don’t have enough water they will almost certainly bolt and run to seed, rendering the plants inedible – and that would defeat the object of growing them!

In this summer month, the garden is full of festive colours and scents. Your garden or patio serves as a summer lounge where you can enjoy the long warm evenings to the full. Overcast days are perfect to get on top of little chores that will prolong the abundance of flowers.

August is such a beautiful month when we can expect fine weather. This lets us get some important jobs done, such as pruning.

August is usually a month when people choose to go on holiday. But if you stay at home during this month, then you can enjoy all the colours and fragrances in your garden.

As well as enjoying your garden plants you can also enjoy your houseplants this month. Make your living room even more cheerful by cutting some of your favourite flowers from the garden to brighten your living room.

August is a good month for harvesting. Enjoy your own delicious healthy fruit and vegetables. Make sure you harvest them whilst they are still young and tender. The taste is always so much better.