Lower Hardres and Nackington Gardeners Society
Established in 1887
Rake up fallen leaves and pile them up to make valuable leaf mould - takes about 12 - 18 months
(You can make a simple cage with 4 chestnut stakes and chicken wire)
Plant tulip and lily bulbs
Sow broad beans
Plant new rhubarb or you can lift and divide your own
Tidy ponds and remove pumps for the winter
Divide overgrown perennials
Sow sweet peas for next year
Lift and divide crocosmias
Remove yellow leaves from brussels sprouts and compost them
Weeding: Weeds will be growing as strongly as your plants, so keep on top of them before they can get a hold. Digging them up with a hand fork is the best idea, as you can get all the roots out. Pest
Care for Festive Houseplants: Providing the right light conditions is the key to success. Poinsettias enjoy warm living rooms with no draughts and good but not harsh light. Normal room temperature i
Put away the lawn mower Clean the underside by scraping off dried clippings and make sure the collecting bag is empty. If it's a petrol mower, drain off the fuel, as unleaded petrol doesn't store well