Magpie Gardening Services

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September gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, t...
01/09/2026

September gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, to secure your appointment.

Flowers
Plant wallflowers, pansies, forget-me-nots and other spring bedding in pots and borders
Collect ripe seeds from your favourite flowers and store in labelled envelopes, ready to sow in spring
Plant up containers for autumn interest, such as heathers, heucheras and other colourful bedding plants
Apply vine weevil control to pots if plants show the tell-tale sign of notched leaf margins
Fill any gaps with late-flowering perennials, such as sedums, to provide nectar for pollinating insects into autumn
Plant spring bulbs in autumn, including crocuses, daffodils, hyacinths, and bluebells in pots and borders
Take cuttings from fuchsias, salvias and pelargoniums
Keep summer bedding flowering in hanging baskets and pots until the first frosts by deadheading and feeding regularly
Trim conifer hedges to neaten them up and control height
Leave sunflower seedheads in place for birds to feed on, or harvest in readiness for next year’s planting

Greenhouse
Plant prepared hyacinth bulbs in pots or hyacinth glasses, for fragrant indoor flowers at Christmas
Take down greenhouse shade netting or wash off shading paint by the end of the month, as light levels start to fall
Stay vigilant for pests and diseases in the greenhouse, and treat any you find immediately
Pot up tender perennials, such as fuchsias, from summer displays and bring indoors before temperatures drop
Pay close attention to greenhouse ventilation, shutting vents on cool nights
Check greenhouse heaters are in good working order, and find out how to keep the heat in this winter
Maintain good plant hygiene, picking off faded blooms and dead leaves before fungal diseases can take hold
Look out for forecasts of early frosts and be ready to bring tender potted plants under cover
Move potted peaches and nectarines into a cool greenhouse or porch

Garden maintenance
Rake thatch from lawns, scarify well-trodden areas by spiking with a garden fork, and re-seed bare patches
Put netting across ponds to stop autumn leaves falling in and rotting, and keep on top of autumn pond maintenance
Water autumn-flowering asters regularly to deter mildew
Clean out water butts and check downpipe fittings in preparation for autumn rains
Remove duckw**d, pondw**d and algae from water features and ponds
Check that tree ties and plant supports are firmly in place, ahead of any autumn gales
Wash and disinfect bird feeders and tables to maintain hygiene
Collect fallen leaves to store in a leaf mould bin made of chicken-wire or bin bags to make leaf mould
Collect up and bin apples, plums and pears infected with brown rot, to reduce the spread of this fungal disease
Check roses for signs of fungal diseases, such as blackspot, and pick off and bin all affected leaves

Dealing with drought in the gardenFollow our drought-busting tips on coping with hot, dry weather.Long periods of hot we...
16/08/2026

Dealing with drought in the garden

Follow our drought-busting tips on coping with hot, dry weather.

Long periods of hot weather, without rainfall, remind us that water is a precious commodity. When dry spells become drought and hosepipe bans are implemented, it’s crucial to reduce water use and to apply the water you do use wisely.
There are many things that gardeners can do to prepare for periods of drought, such as conserving rainwater, mulching beds and borders and choosing drought-tolerant plants.

Lawns
An established lawn with a healthy root system, will withstand periods of drought. When grass turns brown it looks like the whole lawn has died, but it will recover once rains return.
If your lawn is still green and in active growth, adjusting your mowing regime can help. Raise the height of cut and let clippings fall.

Guide to summer watering
Plants’ ability to withstand drought can vary enormously. Prioritise less established plants and those showing clear signs of stress. Beyond that it pays to know which plants need regular watering and which can survive without it.
Guide to watering plants in summer lists:
• Plants to water every day or two
• Plants to water once a week
• Plants to water once a fortnight
• Plants to avoid watering during drought
• Follow our guide to watering plants during a drought
It’s worth noting that flowers produce less nectar in times of drought, so keeping your plants watered will help ensure that bees and other pollinators don’t suffer.

Water plants effectively
A good soaking every 10 days is sufficient for many plants during a drought. In general it’s better to water less often, but to water thoroughly when you do.

Keep up with w**ding
A w**d is simply any plant in a bed, border or pot that you didn’t plant deliberately and that you don’t want. Weeds compete with cultivated plants for moisture, light and nutrients so keeping on top of your w**ding routine helps ensure water goes where it’s most needed.

As always stated, if you need any guidance please do not hesitate to get in touch

August gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, to s...
01/08/2026

August gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, to secure your appointment.

Flowers
Cut lavender for drying, choosing newly opened flowers for the best fragrance, then hang up in a cool, dark place
Give dahlias a liquid feed, keep them well watered and tie the shoots of tall varieties to sturdy stakes as they grow
Hoe and hand-w**d borders often, so w**ds don't have time to set seed
Water and feed sweet peas regularly, pick the flowers every few days, and remove seed pods to prolong flowering
Plant autumn bulbs
Feed, water and deadhead summer bedding regularly, in pots, borders and hanging baskets
Cut back early summer perennials, such as hardy geraniums and delphiniums, after flowering for a second flush
Feed and deadhead roses to keep them flowering strongly
Keep watch for pests such as lily beetles, snails, aphids and vine weevils, and remove before they do too much harm
Sow biennials, such as foxgloves, honesty, forget-me-nots and wallflowers, for blooms next year
Cut back geraniums and other summer perennials.

Greenhouse
Open greenhouse vents and doors on warm days to improve air circulation
Continue pinching out any side shoots growing from the leaf joints of cordon tomatoes
Take cuttings from fuchsias, coleus, pelargoniums, marguerites and other tender perennials
Water tomatoes daily to prevent drying out, which can lead to split fruits and blossom end rot
Order cold-stored potato tubers for planting in a greenhouse or cool porch next month, to harvest at Christmas
Damp down the greenhouse floor each morning on hot days to increase humidity
Be vigilant for aphids, vine weevils and other pests, and treat immediately so infestations don't get out of hand
Feed tomatoes, chillies and cucumbers with high-potash tomato fertiliser every week to encourage fruiting
Regularly sweep greenhouse staging and floors to reduce debris that can harbour pests and diseases

Garden maintenance
Compost your kitchen and garden waste, chopping up and mixing the contents to speed up decomposition
Top up bird baths, ponds and water features during hot weather
Water new trees, shrubs and perennials planted in spring, to help them through dry spells
Trim conifers and other garden hedges
Keep mowing lawns regularly, but raise the cutting height to leave the grass longer during dry weather
Water hanging baskets and patio containers daily, in the morning or evening
Deadhead bedding plants, sweet peas and annuals every few days to encourage more flowers
Set up an automatic watering system to look after greenhouse crops, pots and baskets if you're going on holiday
Make your own liquid feed from comfrey plants
Apply tomato feed fortnightly to crops in pots and growing bags, such as tomatoes and chillies, to encourage fruiting
Trim lavender after flowering to keep plants compact and bushy, but avoid cutting into old wood
Trim conifers to maintain an even shape.

Trimmin'
21/07/2026

Trimmin'

July gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, to sec...
01/07/2026

July gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, to secure your appointment.

Flowers
Cut lavender for drying, choosing newly opened flowers for the best fragrance, then hang up in a cool, dark place
Give dahlias a liquid feed, keep them well watered and tie the shoots of tall varieties to sturdy stakes as they grow
Hoe and hand-w**d borders often, so w**ds don't have time to set seed
Water and feed sweet peas regularly, pick the flowers every few days, and remove seed pods to prolong flowering
Plant autumn bulbs in pots and borders
Feed, water and deadhead summer bedding regularly, in pots, borders and hanging baskets
Cut back early summer perennials, such as hardy geraniums and delphiniums, after flowering for a second flush
Feed and deadhead roses to keep them flowering strongly
Keep watch for pests such as lily beetles, snails, aphids and vine weevils, and remove before they do too much harm
Sow biennials, such as foxgloves, honesty, forget-me-nots and wallflowers, for blooms next year
Cut back geraniums and other summer perennials.

Greenhouse
Open greenhouse vents and doors on warm days to improve air circulation
Continue pinching out any side shoots growing from the leaf joints of cordon tomatoes
Take cuttings from fuchsias, coleus, pelargoniums, marguerites and other tender perennials
Water tomatoes daily to prevent drying out, which can lead to split fruits and blossom end rot
Damp down the greenhouse floor each morning on hot days to increase humidity
Be vigilant for aphids, vine weevils and other pests, and treat immediately so infestations don't get out of hand
Feed tomatoes, chillies and cucumbers with high-potash tomato fertiliser every week to encourage fruiting
Regularly sweep greenhouse staging and floors to reduce debris that can harbour pests and diseases
Damp down greenhouses on hot days to increase humidity

Garden maintenance
Compost your kitchen and garden waste, chopping up and mixing the contents to speed up decomposition
Top up bird baths, ponds and water features during hot weather
Water new trees, shrubs and perennials planted in spring, to help them through dry spells
Trim conifers and other garden hedges
Scoop out any floating pondw**d and algae from pools and water features
Keep mowing lawns regularly, but raise the cutting height to leave the grass longer during dry weather
Water hanging baskets and patio containers daily, in the morning or evening
Deadhead bedding plants, sweet peas and annuals every few days to encourage more flowers
Set up an automatic watering system to look after greenhouse crops, pots and baskets if you're going on holiday
Apply tomato feed fortnightly to crops in pots and growing bags, such as tomatoes and chillies, to encourage fruiting
Trim lavender after flowering to keep plants compact and bushy, but avoid cutting into old wood
Be on the lookout for developing pest problems and take action straight away
Trim conifers to maintain an even shape.

Sometimes when you're working in a Customer's garden, you have to stand back and admire nature for what it delivers.
16/06/2026

Sometimes when you're working in a Customer's garden, you have to stand back and admire nature for what it delivers.

Today, I ar been mostly trimmin' hedges...
16/06/2026

Today, I ar been mostly trimmin' hedges...

June gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, to sec...
01/06/2026

June gardening & greenhouse jobs reminder - please get in touch if you have any requirements on the points below, to secure your appointment.

Flowers

Lift and store tulip bulbs after flowering
Give wisteria its summer prune, cutting all the long sideshoots back to 20cm, to promote flowering next spring
Support tall-growing perennials, including hollyhocks and delphiniums, with a sturdy cane
Continue planting summer bedding in pots and borders, and water regularly to help plants establish quickly
Cut back spring-flowering perennials, such as pulmonaria, to encourage a fresh flush of foliage
Tie in new stems of climbing and rambling roses horizontally to supports, to encourage more flowers
Take cuttings from pinks and carnations, selecting non-flowering shoots, which should root readily
Pinch out the tips of fuchsias and bedding plants to encourage bushier growth
Give container displays and hanging baskets a liquid feed every few weeks to encourage flowering
Fill any gaps in borders with pots of tall bulbs, such as fragrant lilies, to add instant colour
Prune late-spring or early-summer shrubs after flowering, such as weigela and philadelphus, thinning out the older stems

Greenhouse

Sow herbs in pots to grow on your kitchen windowsill, such as coriander, parsley and basil
Plant out tender vegetables raised indoors, including beans, tomatoes, pumpkins, courgettes and sweetcorn
Pinch out the side shoots of cordon tomatoes regularly
Sow biennials, including foxgloves, honesty, wallflowers and sweet rocket, in seed trays
Water plants daily in warm weather, ideally in the evening or early morning, and avoid splashing the foliage
Increase greenhouse shading and ventilation to keep temperatures down on hot days
Feed flowering and fruiting plants weekly with tomato feed
Water greenhouse tomatoes regularly to prevent split fruits and blossom end rot
Treat pots with vine weevil control if this pest has been a problem in the past, as larvae become active this month
Water tomatoes regularly to void splitting and blossom end rot.

Garden maintenance

Empty, mix and refill compost bins to speed up decomposition
Spray roses showing signs of disease, such as black spot, powdery mildew or rust
Continue watering any new plantings until they're well established
Water newly laid turf several times a week, for at least the first month
Trim fast-growing hedges, such as privet, every six weeks over the summer
Put stakes in to support tall, large-flowered dahlias and tie in stems as they grow
Check hedges and shrubs for nesting birds before you start any trimming or pruning, so you don't disturb them
Remove any all-green shoots on variegated shrubs, cutting right back to their base
Dig out perennial w**ds, such as couch grass and bindw**d, as soon as you spot them
Feed lawns with a liquid or granular lawn fertiliser

Lawn repair day today, took a 4 week break from grass cutting to allow new overseeding to bed in - happy with these resu...
29/05/2026

Lawn repair day today, took a 4 week break from grass cutting to allow new overseeding to bed in - happy with these results as is Cutsomer!

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29/05/2026

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