Page 22 - FWG_Issue 9_2022

Gardening

October in the Garden Hydrangeas need regular watering. In
extremely hot weather, hose down the
foliage. Feed once a month with a liquid
organic fertiliser.

ROSES
Spring is the perfect time to keeping the roots cool and moist. You will Deadhead regularly. Cut back to the first
not have to water as often. Never allow the
liven up your garden with new roots to dry out completely though. leaf with 5 leaflets and a dormant bud
pointing in the direction that you want the
plants. It is also the time we have BULBS new shoot to grow. Give each plant a large
all been waiting for to revel in As the foliage of winter flowering bulbs dies handful of organic fertiliser. Watch out for
all sorts of pests. Remove beetles by hand
the bright colour spectrum that down, some can be lifted and stored. rather than spraying, if you have the time
Summer flowering bulbs should be watered
spring heralds. at least once a week. Never let them dry out. and patience!
If you have Amaryllis planted in the garden,
SPRING CLEAN YOUR SPRING watch out for the amaryllis caterpillar (lily VEGETABLES
GARDEN borer). Use Karbaspray or similar, but only Water regularly and feed once a month
Give your garden a proverbial spring clean spray the affected plants. Amaryllis make with a liquid organic fertiliser. Plant new
batches once a month for a continuous
which will pave the way for the warmer perfect pot plants too. supply. Many vegetables can be sown now
months. Start by raking up old plant litter - ask your nurseryman for advice or read
and debris, de-weed where necessary, Feed dahlias once a month with a liquid the seed packets next time you visit your
prune and remove any dead vegetation fertiliser such as Multifeed or Nitrosol. Hose nursery.
and start preparing your beds for new down the foliage to discourage red spiders.
plants. While you’re preparing your garden, Stake the plants as they grow. FRUIT TREES
don’t forget to fill up the bird feeder too as Spray fruit trees to ensure a good harvest.
many birds will need extra nourishment for Irises can be lifted and divided as they finish
the breeding season. flowering.

ANNUALS LAWNS
Feed annuals with a liquid fertiliser Topdress your lawn with a good quality
every two to three weeks. Try Nitrosol or weed-free compost. Feed your lawn every
Multifeed. Deadhead regularly. Red spiders 4 to 6 weeks with an organic based fertiliser
could make an appearance now, so be on (5:1:5 equivalent). Mow at least once a week.
the lookout for them on the underside Twice is better! Change the direction in
of leaves. Snails and slugs will be on the which you mow often to prevent ridges and
warpath too. Scatter snail bait in the late uneven growth. Water in the early morning
afternoon after watering. or late afternoon to avoid evaporation
during the heat of the day.
These quick-growing summer-flowering
annuals can be sown now: SHRUBS
Alyssum Softwood cuttings can still be taken. Water
Dahlia during dry weather. Always water deeply.
Dwarf marigold Make a dam around the plant and water GARDENER
Californian poppy close to the base. Let the water trickle in
Portulaca slowly. Lay a 10cm mulch layer of compost OF THE MONTH
Nasturtium or bark chips around each bush. Malane Tonic Matemane is our
Gardener of the Month. He is a
PERENNIALS Fuchsias will need watering every two or Blower Operator responsible for the
Deadhead regularly. Mulch with compost three days now. Pinch back to encourage Phase 1, Phase 2 and Mopane Estate
around each plant and don’t be mean! A more flowers. Feed once a month with a areas. He also ensures that the estate
10cm layer will do wonders for your plants, liquid fertiliser. roads are always kept clean!

To purchase natural gardening products, or for more information about how to be eco-friendly, contact Turfnet on
Tel no: (011) 464-5088 or Mobile no: 073 935 9754. Alternatively, email: Jerida@mweb.co.za, or visit www.turfgreen.co.za
Address: Plot 17, School Road, Diepsloot. 2187.

Fourways Gardens • 20 • October 2022