26/04/2026
May is around the corner, remember what you put in now is what you will see in the future .
Here are the top 5 gardening tasks for May to keep your garden thriving:
1. **Sow and Plant**: It's the perfect time to sow summer vegetables like courgettes, cucumbers, carrots, and runner beans. You can also plant summer bedding plants in pots and hanging baskets
2. **Lawn Care**: Give your lawn some TLC by feeding it and addressing any bare patches. If you're participating in "No Mow May," let parts of your lawn grow wild to support pollinators
3. **Prune and Tie**: Prune spring-flowering shrubs and tie in climbing plants like roses and clematis to keep them neat and encourage healthy growth
4. **Pest Watch**: Keep an eye out for pests and diseases on new growth. Early detection can save your plants from damage
5. **Harden Off Tender Plants**: Gradually acclimatize tender plants to outdoor conditions before planting them out to avoid shock
Let me know if you'd like more tailored advice for your garden!