Cottage garden inspiration
On tonight's show we'll be following the breathtaking transformation of the Jessamine Cottage garden, a hidden gem nestling in the heart of the Berkshire countryside. I hope it inspires you to get out in the garden this weekend, so here are some of the GW production team's top seasonal tips:
- Take cuttings of tender perennials to make new plants and ensure you have stock to survive through until next summer.
- Continue watering pots and hanging baskets - they will need extra watering as they tend to dry out easily and rain showers never quite get enough moisture to the roots.
- Keep deadheading, harvesting, saving seeds, and continuing to remove diseased foliage, to encourage steady growth and keep your garden blooming through the next month.
- And if you have a quiet moment, start planning your winter bedding schemes.
- August is one of those months where you can get ahead of yourself and this weekend you can get first pickings of all the spring bulbs at local garden centres. See our gardening guide for the best advice on planting your spring display.
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