GARDENING IN WALES

Gold Affiliates Wanted!

               September:- General Tasks.

Plant Narcissi, Lilies, Bulbous Irises etc: including trumpet daffodils, crocuses, all Irises, snowdrops, muscari, scillas and all lilies except lilium candidum (see July: 4) any time in the autumn, but as early as possible. If you can accomplish this in September, so much the better. Tulips and hyacinths can wait until October: week 4.

Sow grass seed: see April: week 1

Take Cuttings of Evergreen Shrubs:

Take Cuttings of Bedding Plants: throughout September

Keep down Foes: the foe of the month is mildew on roses, delphiniums and chrysanthemums. Use a weak lime-sulphur mixture or proprietary brand.

Place Bulbs in Ornamental Bowls: especially hyacinths and narcissi. Enjoy your garden!

September 1 September 2 September 3 September 4

 Last Updated: June 23, 2008