Gardening Expert’s September Tips
A gardening guru known as the ‘Mediterranean Gardener’ on TikTok is sharing essential advice for September gardening. With a following of 250k fans, Michael recommends starting lawn maintenance this month. Here are some of his top tips:
- Set mowing height to 4cm for winter preparation
- Scarify, aerate, and overseed lawn
- Switch to autumn feed
Michael also emphasizes the importance of pruning hedges and taking cuttings from plants like hydrangeas, roses, fuchsias, and salvias. These tips can help propagate new plants and support ‘tender plants’ like fuchsias during colder months. Additionally, he suggests checking roses for black spots, dividing perennials, and finishing summer pruning on fruit trees to encourage fruiting next year.
Monty Don’s Insight
Renowned horticulturalist Monty Don recently shared his thoughts on September gardening jobs. He highlights that actions taken in the coming weeks can impact the blossoming of plants in the Spring. Don explains, “Camellias, Azaleas, and rhododendrons form their flower buds in late Summer and Autumn,” underscoring the importance of proper care during these crucial months for optimal flowering in Spring.
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