Extend Your Summer: 3 Reasons Why You Need a Garden Pergola
September marks the close of summer in the UK, bringing with it the return of unpredictable weather. But left unprepared, your garden may feel the full force of autumn rain and wind. By following our end of summer gardening checklist and doing a little work now, your garden will be ready for the colder months ahead.
In this blog, we share our end of summer gardening checklist to ensure your garden remains vibrant, inviting and protected against the upcoming chill…
Harvest All Your Seasonal Fruit and Vegetables
Summertime is the prime season for growing your own food, and September is the perfect month to harvest whatever is remaining of your homegrown produce. From sun-ripened tomatoes to your overgrown courgettes which have now turned into gigantic marrows, gather the fruits – or vegetables! – of your labour to enjoy before the cold sets in.
Instead of throwing your marrows away, why not make marrow jam?
Check this recipe out: Marrow Jam Recipe
Plan Your Spring Bulbs
September is the ideal time to plant spring bulbs like daffodils, tulips and snowdrops. Tuck them into your garden now, and come spring, you’ll be rewarded with a burst of colour just when you need it most.
Consider planting them where your summer blooms once thrived to create a seamless and stunning seasonal transition.
Organise Your Outdoor Storage
With summer soon to be in our rearview mirror, it’s not just your plants that need attention. Since frost and rain can tarnish tools, equipment and other outdoor essentials, we recommend investing in premium outdoor storage solutions to keep everything safe from the elements.
HEX Living sheds are built to withstand harsh weather and come equipped with integrated organisational systems, making it easy to keep your tools neat, tidy and ready for spring.
Trim the Hedges and Rake the Lawn
While autumn’s golden hues can create a stunning landscape, fallen leaves quickly turn into a soggy mess that can harm your lawn. To keep your garden healthy and vibrant, it’s important to trim hedges and rake up leaves before the season fully sets in.
By following this end of summer gardening checklist, you’ll set the stage for a lush garden come spring. But that’s not to say you can’t enjoy your outdoor space all year round… Explore our outdoor living collections, including comfortable and functional furniture and accessories like pergolas, designed to withstand the colder months in style.
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