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Stop the spread Check the garden for any dead or dying plants. Their weakened state makes them more susceptible to pests and diseases, so remove and put in the compost or green waste bins. Also tidy up perennial shrubs and remove diseased plant growth, says Sue Edwards of Seasol. "Deadhead spent blooms and cut off foliage affected by black spot or mildew to prevent further spread,” she says. But don’t add diseased foliage to the compost. Compost is a great soil conditioner - dig it into I 4 garden beds when its become jacrumbly an dark brown [is Go to ground “Do a stocktake of To cultivate a robust base, organic matter is key, says horticulturist Chloe your garden to see Foster. “Top up existing and recently what needs to be done cleared garden beds with organic matter," she says. This may be in before winter. Each garden is different they break down, they improve soil and will require different tasks” giving plants a gentle feed. Sue Edwards, Seasol the form of compost, blood and bone or aged animal manures. As structure and moisture retention. Plus, nutrients are slowly released, Chloe also recommends spreading organic mulch over any bare spots. “This will help insulate the soil from the cold weather,” she says. 60 bunnings.co.nz | (G) bunningsnz | (®) bunnings zt, Scan the Eee! QR code i aa _J<—> OHGreS Learn all about growing deciduous trees: bunnings.co.nz/ how-to-grow-deciduous-trees : — Readit! — Weed and reap “Remove emerging weeds before they mature — ensure you take out the entire weed including the roots,” says Sue. "Hand weeding can be very effective for small areas, but large areas call for a garden hoe.” If weeds are numerous, consider an organic weedkiller spray — but take care when using around plants you want to keep. Waste not, want not Fruit and vege scraps, cardboard, newspaper, fallen leaves, lawn clippings and non-diseased garden trimmings can all be added to the compost. To aerate it and improve the rate of decomposition, regularly turn the heap with a garden fork; if your compost is in a static bin, using a compost aerating tool might be easier. Rotating a tumbler often will help to accelerate the breakdown. Mischief managed “Now is a great time to take stock of your garden shed,” says Sue. "Remove old pots, empty bags of potting mix into existing garden beds and spread mulch around the garden.” Give the shed a good sweep so it's ready for activity once warmer weather arrives. Tackle your garden tools “Use steel wool and methylated spirits to clean and disinfect your secateur blades," says Chloe. Follow up with a whetstone or diamond sharpener to keep edges sharp, and spray moving parts — springs and blades, for example - with a lubricating oil. the Special (Orders Desk. Chloe Fe
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