Kitchen Garden

UNDER COVER

JOBS FOR THE MONTH

PREPARE UNDER COVER SPACES

Use this quieter time in the garden to ensure that all under cover spaces are thoroughly clean and organised. Sweep benches with a stiff brush, checking underneath for any lurking snails and slugs and rehoming them, remembering that spiders are useful insect catching friends in the greenhouse. Wash mildew off glass panes with a scrubbing brush and water, avoiding harsh chemicals which can affect the biodiversity in your growing spaces.

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