UK gardeners have been grappling with the whims of an unpredictable summer, leaving many unsure when to don their sun hats and break out their professional tools. To make sure your garden looks its best during August and to prepare it for autumn, experts are cautioning against perennial plants despite their ability to return each year. While perennials can be a boon for larger spaces, attracting butterflies and bees, there is a risk that in smaller gardens, these plants can become overbearing and create a messy appearance.
Experts at Barnsdale Gardens advised: "Some of the early flowering perennials will start to look tatty and distract your eye from the really good looking plants merrily flowering away." They also recommended regular maintenance to keep the garden tidy over August : "The spent flower stems can be removed and any scruffy leaves can be cut back hard. The leaves will re-shoot with a fresh look.
" READ MORE 10p powder with two harmless ingredients clears your home of ants Garden experts list best herbs to grow on your window sill - from basil to mint Weeds were another concern highlighted by the experts. Essential to garden upkeep, managing weeds is vital as they can quickly overrun and damage other plants, reports the Express . They said: "Keep on top of weeds.
Not only do weeds use up the valuable resource of water in the soil they also harbour pests. Therefore, it is important to keep on top of the weeds by hoeing or pulling them out as often as you can." Addi.