Now that we are in the full swing of Summer we will be spending more time out in the garden. What gardening jobs should we be doing to keep it looking it's best through July?
Deadheading Summer Perennials
Summer perennials like Geraniums, Penstemons and Salvia benefitted from a cut back to encourage a second flush of flowers.
2. Prune Wisteria
The wispy shoots on Wisteria should be pruned back this month to 5/6 buds, allowing space encourage flowers next year.
3. Plant Autumn flowering bulbs
Bulbs like Lilies and Nerine should be planted now for a colourful Autumn display.
4. Deadhead roses
Roses will continue to flower throughout the Summer if deadheaded. Take the stem right back to a set of leaves.
5. Water, water, water
Keep up with the watering during the dry weather, particularly pots and newly planted trees and shrubs.