Monthly easy-care jobs

What to do in August

Low-maintenance and easy-care gardening during August is all about keeping things tidy, enjoying the results, and doing a few simple tasks to set your garden up for a great finish to the season and a good start next year.

Create new plants from cuttings

Get new plants for free by taking cuttings

 August is an ideal month for propagating plants from cuttings, making it an excellent time to expand your garden stock ...
Provide water for wildlife

Provide water for wildlife

Providing fresh water in your garden is one of the easiest and most vital tasks you can undertake, especially during ...
Blackbird nesting in a hedge

Check for nests before trimming hedges

When pruning hedges or shrubs in your garden, pause to consider the wildlife living there. Even in August, often considered ...
Fruit and veg basket

Harvest your crops.

August is the month to reap the rewards of your gardening efforts. With the sun's warmth at its peak, your ...
Trimming lavender after flowering

Giving your lavender a haircut

Giving your lavender a ‘haircut’ in August is a key step in maintaining a healthy, productive, and beautiful plant for ...
cut-back and mulching around a rose

Tidy plants and mulch

As August progresses, your garden might begin to look a little tired. One of the best ways to keep it ...
A shrub being watered

Water wisely

Water is a precious resource. August is a crucial month for gardeners to use it wisely. The current high temperatures ...
Deadheading a flower

Deadheading flowers

Deadheading is a simple yet effective gardening task that involves removing spent or fading flowers from a plant. The process ...