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Clear the spent growth
Hoe out finished annuals, rake up fallen leaves and clear spent crops. A tidy sweep now means less rot, fewer hiding places for pests, and a clean canvas for spring.
Seasonal4 min read
Autumn jobs that set up next year's garden
A little work in autumn saves a lot in spring. Here's the priority list for closing the season well.
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Autumn feels like the end of the garden year, but it's really the start of the next one. The jobs you do now — clearing, planting and protecting — decide how strong your garden is when spring arrives.
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Plant spring bulbs
Autumn is the prime window for planting daffodils, tulips, crocus and alliums. Get them in the ground before the soil turns cold and get a spectacular start to next spring for very little effort.
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Improve the soil while it's easier
Spread compost or well-rotted manure over beds in autumn, and the worms work it in through winter. It's far easier than fighting to improve compacted soil in spring.
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Protect things you want to keep
Move tender plants under cover or into a greenhouse, wrap vulnerable containers and mulch around borderline-hardy plants. A little winter protection now saves you replanting later.
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