At M O Sullivan Garden and Tree Services, we work all over Dublin in places like Rathfarnham, Walkinstown, Foxrock, Crumlin, Tallaght, Walkinstown, Foxrock, Rathfarnham, and Coolock to name but a few. One of the most common November Gardening Services we are hired for at this time of the year is lawn cutting and tidying due to the large number of leaves falling. We also offer other gardening cleaning services just as garden maintenance and planting and garden preparation for the coming year. In this Blog, we are going through the steps needed to ready your garden for next year.
To effectively tidy up your garden in November, follow these essential steps to prepare for winter and set the stage for a flourishing spring:
General Clean-Up Tasks
- Remove Frost-Sensitive Plants: As the first frost approaches, remove any annual plants that cannot withstand cold temperatures. Cut them at the base, leaving roots in the soil to preserve beneficial microbes. Compost healthy plants, but dispose of any that show signs of disease
- Clear Old Crops: Clear away spent plants for vegetable gardens to prevent rot and pest infestations. Compost healthy plant material, leaving nitrogen-fixing roots in the soil
Leaf Management
- Collect Fallen Leaves: Rake up leaves from lawns and borders to prevent smothering grass and perennials. Leaves can also be used to create leaf mold, which is an excellent soil conditioner. If you have space, pile them in a designated area; otherwise, store them in perforated bags.
- Leave Some for Wildlife: Consider leaving a few piles of leaves in less visible areas to provide shelter for overwintering wildlife
Garden Maintenance
- Tidy Borders: Remove dead foliage from herbaceous perennials and trim any collapsed stems. Leave attractive seed heads for birds. Spread compost or well-rotted manure over the soil to insulate plant roots during winter.
- Lawn Care: Mow your lawn one last time before winter, setting the mower blades higher to leave grass slightly longer. This helps protect it from frost damage
Planting and Preparation
- Clean Garden Tools and Structures: Wash off any soil and treat wooden supports with preservative before storing them indoors for winter
- Wildlife Care: Start feeding garden birds with high-protein seeds to help them build fat reserves for the colder months
By following these steps, you’ll not only tidy your garden but also ensure it’s ready to thrive come spring.
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