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fresh soil and compost. Don’t forget to
mulch.

PROPAGATION
Divide ornamental grasses, daylilies
and Phormium plants.
Easy growing annuals such as marigold
can be sown directly in the garden.
The seeds need to be kept moist at
all times until germination. Once two
mature leaves are visible, watering can
be reduced.

Seasonal bulbs that are no longer
flowering but still have leaves need to
receive specialised bulb food until the
leaves die down. Dormant bulbs can be
left in the soil until the next flowering
season.

Discard tulip bulbs after flowering,
as artificial growing conditions are
created for tulips to flower in our
climate and a second season might
not produce the desired effect for your
garden.
NEW IDEAS
A worm farm is a good way of getting
rid of kitchen waste, resulting in
wonderful worm compost and worm
leachate (worm pee). This can be used
to nourish pot plants, orchids and even
garden plants.
Growing indigenous plants in our
gardens has been promoted for many
years. Try planting a collection of
species endemic to your specific area.
Aloe ecklonis and Gazania are suitable
for summer rainfall gardens.

Different flowering times mean that
food will be provided for bees and
birds throughout the year. Although
every species has its specific pests, try
to limit the use of pesticides as much as
possible.

For more gardening tips, visit:
www.garden-group.co.za

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