- Control weeds before they get established.
- If the conditions are good start to feed lawns.
- Feed trees, shrubs and roses with a quality general purpose fertiliser such as Vitax Q4.
- Re-pot plants showing signs of being pot-bound.
- Keep a close eye on any pests and diseases, they can quickly get out of hand during mild spells.
- Plant seed potatoes.
- Tie in climbing plants such as roses, clematis, honeysuckle etc.
- Deadhead bedding plants and spring-flowering bulbs so they don’t waste energy setting seed.
- Start feeding houseplants on a weekly basis with a liquid feed and continue through to autumn.
- Mature clumps of hardy perennials, such asters and hosta, can be reinvigorated by dividing and replanting.
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