Brrrr, It’s getting cold out there.

27 June 2022

Here in Canterbury the temperatures are dropping, and dropping fast. The first frosts have hit us and the cars need de-icing for the morning commute.

So, what do we gardeners need to be doing? Here are our top five tips :

1. Get the protective wrappings in place

This should be done at the very first sign of frost to prevent damage. For some great advice, check out the RHS overwintering page by clicking here

2. Mulch. Mulching can reduce compaction and erosion of soil

This is particularly relevant now with the amount of heavy rain we are suffering through.

3. Drainage

Another issue with the rain we have had is drainage. Be sure to deal with drainage problems now. Wet soil can lead to the uprooting of shallow rooted trees.

4. Protect roses from wind rock

By pruning them down to about one-third of their height. Strong winds can loosen the roots of the roses if they are left at full height.

5. Invest in bird baths and feeders

Our feathered friends will appreciate fresh, clean water and a healthy supply of winter food. In return they will provide joy and happiness through the cold, bleak winter.

I know we said that this was a top 5 but…

6. Install EverEdge Garden Edging

I would say that wouldn’t I but there is good reason for it. The ground is soft and easy to work. At the height of summer and in the depths of winter the ground is hard. Now is the time to get in the garden and sort those edges out. You will never have an easier time of it than right now.

EverEdge flexible steel lawn garden edging is the solution to the age-old problem of maintaining neat edges for lawns. EverEdge flexible steel garden edging is easy to install, bends to virtually any shape and is available in a variety of colours and depths. For more information please get in touch!

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