Jobs for your Gardener in Autumn

As autumn arrives it's time to prepare your garden for the changing season. While you may have a green thumb, choosing DS Landscape gardening and fencing can ensure that your outdoor space receives the expert care it deserves. In this blog, we will explore some essential autumn garden tasks that you can delegate to your gardener, allowing you to enjoy a well-maintained and thriving garden throughout the season.

1. Leaf Clearance:
With the arrival of autumn, falling leaves can quickly accumulate, covering your garden beds, pathways, and lawns. Delegating the task of leaf clearance to DS Landscape Gardening and fencing will help keep your garden tidy and prevent potential issues such as blocked drains or suffocated plants. Regular removal of fallen leaves will also discourage pests and diseases from taking hold.

2. Lawn Care:
Autumn is an important time to care for your lawn, ensuring it stays healthy during the winter months. We can perform tasks such as aerating the soil, scarifying to remove thatch, and overseeding any bare patches. They can also mow the lawn at the appropriate height to encourage strong root growth and prevent fungal diseases.

3. Pruning and Cutting Back:
Autumn is the ideal time to prune certain plants to maintain their shape and promote healthy growth. We can take care of pruning shrubs, perennials, and climbers, removing dead or diseased branches. We can also cut back herbaceous plants that have finished flowering, preparing them for winter dormancy.

4. Bulb Planting:
Autumn is the perfect season to plant spring-flowering bulbs such as daffodils, tulips, and crocuses. We can assist with bulb planting, ensuring they are placed at the correct depth and spacing. By delegating this task, you will enjoy a stunning display of vibrant blooms when spring arrives.

5. Garden Cleanup:
Before winter sets in, it's essential to tidy up your garden by removing spent annuals, cutting back perennials, and clearing away debris. Ds Landscape gardening and fencing can tackle these tasks, clearing borders, and preparing the garden for a fresh start in the following spring.

6. Winter Protection:
To protect your garden from frost, we can provide winter protection measures. This includes wrapping delicate plants, insulating pots, and mulching beds to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. We can also cover vulnerable plants with horticultural fleece or create protective frames to shield them from harsh winds.

7. High winds

Its important to make sure your fence is in a good condition ready for the stronger autumn winds, Ds landscape gardening and fencing can provide fencing checks to ensure your fence is in good condition and provide repairs or replacements where needed.