Even though we’re half way through winter, it’s still a good idea to keep an eye on those tender plants. Protecting your plants with bonded polyester or polypropylene will not only help them through the rest of the cold winter days, but will also come in useful as an insect barrier in the summer months, although you really need to keep them sealed at the edges.
Think about propagating new plants from cuttings. It’s not only fun but it can save you money too! You can make more plants by taking cuttings now and rooting them. Remember to use rooting hormone powder, we have several varieties available in our garden centre. Place a plastic bag over the top this will help retain humidity and heat during propagation. Keep checking condensation, if it gets too wet, take off the bag and allow the soil to dry for a while. Check each day in case of rot and remove any cuttings that look suspect. Once the cuttings have developed move and plant into containers.
It’s that easy!
Another point worth remembering is many of our TV gardening shows fail to remind us most of their seasonal tips are far too early for us up north, so don’t be too hasty! Gardening in County Durham, Tyneside, Teesside and Northumberland is almost like being in another country at times. But we love it! Don’t forget to call in to Chesters Grove Garden Centre, the coffee shop is open everyday and we have some great garden ideas in store ready for the coming spring.
Happy gardening
Tony and Kenny
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