TOP JOBS FOR NOVEMBER

KEEP HARVESTING KALE

Lower leaves will discolour and fall once hard frosts become the norm. Pick middle-sized leaves, but take care not to strip plants too hard and don’t take out the growing points if you want to keep harvesting through until May.

COVER VULNERABLE PLANTS

Use cloches, covers and frames to protect vulnerable plants. Autumn planted onions and garlic do best with some protection, as do salad crops. New sowings should be given some protection from the start.

PUT AWAY STRUCTURES

Bean frames, support canes, unused cloches, seats and tables can all go away in a shed for the winter. It is a good idea to clean and re-treat any wooden structures so they will