Quick autumn round-up
Amateur Gardening|September 18, 2021
It’s a busy time after the midsummer lull, says Ruth
Ruth Hayes
Quick autumn round-up

Clearing beds is a quintessential autumn job and gives you the chance to plan ahead

Weeds are still growing, so don't let them linger

1 Rake up leaves and collect them for leaf mould. If left, they keep sun off the grass causing it to yellow and can become hosts for pests and disease.

2 Get rid of dead and dying summer bedding, then weed, turn and feed the soil and plant spring bedding and bulbs or let the bed lie fallow for winter.

This story is from the September 18, 2021 edition of Amateur Gardening.

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