Browsing Archive: February, 2011

February 2011

Posted by Tony Blackwell on Saturday, February 5, 2011,

Firstly I must appologise for last months heading it should read January 2011

So this February has started with winds and milder weather, however I would caution do not be fooled as I would predict a very cold snap to come, if not a lot of snow, I could be wrong (and I have been proved so in the past), but do take this as a caution to your garden outings and be prepared.

Lawns

As milder weather conditions arrive, weeds will start to grow on areas of ground already prepared in preparatio...

January 2010

Posted by Tony Blackwell on Saturday, February 5, 2011,

Prepare a deep trench, for Runner beans You can fill the trench with compost (well rotted) or a good rotted manure. Then in late spring cover with soil and sow your beans on top.
Seed potatoes should be stored in trays, in a light, cool, frost-free place to chit ready for planting in March or April. Broad Bean Sowings can still be made
Sowings of onion should be made in the greenhouse, harden off the plants in March prior to planting outdoors in April.

Flowers

Sowings can be made of antirrhinu...

December 2010

Posted by Tony Blackwell on Saturday, February 5, 2011,

Lawns

Use a leaf rake to remove any leaves that have blown or dropped from the trees onto the lawn, do try to stay off the grass if frozen. why not make it easier for yourself and use a garden Blower (or give us a call). Sweep any worm casts when able.

Greenhouses

This is the best time to clean the greenhouse,. Also check that greenhouse heaters and propagators are working correctly. Insulate with bubble wrap now to reduce heat loss.

Pests may overwinter on plants so keep an eye out for...