Ruxley Manor News & Blog

Carry on with autumn/winter digging incorporating well-rotted manure or other well-rotted organic compost. Keep lawns and borders clear of falling leaves and turn into valuable…

It’s beginning to feel like autumn, the clocks have gone back and a gardener’s thoughts turn to harvesting, raking and planting for spring. But, in…

Autumn is here and there is plenty to do before the days become very short. So use this bonus warmth to get stuck into those…

Plant Autumn and Winter colour this month for the best results – leaving it until later can mean that the plants don’t make the size…

August can produce a mixed bag of weather with some high temperatures. We can look forward to many hours of daylight and reasonable overnight temperatures,…

With summer in full swing and those beautiful, long, hot days it’s definitely time to start enjoying the fruits of your labours from the previous few months. There are still jobs to do – but best done in between lazing on your sun lounger and cool refreshing drinks. Don’t forget your sun screen and to stay hydrated when spending time outside in the garden!

One way or another, June involves water! Either the Flaming June fails to materialise and we are dodging into the garden between unseasonal showers, or…

Continue to monitor trees, shrubs and perennials planted during the autumn and this spring, watering thoroughly when required to continue plant establishment. Review the tasks…