Common Sense Gardening - Ideal Home and Garden Plan

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Use a "residual" (long lasting) weedkiller this kills the existing weeds and prevents new weeds germinating for several months. Moss control may also be necessary. Dustbins

Empty 'ready for use' plastic containers can be disposed of in household waste. To dispose of part filled bottles or packs of concentrate products contact your local authority. Garage

Store garden care products in a secure, dry place out of reach of children and pets. Garden care products that have been diluted should be used up as they can "go off" and become less effective when stored for periods of time. It is a good idea to only mix up what you think you will need. Garden care products that are bought ready mixed in ready to use format Are fine to store.
Hanging Baskets

Must be fed and regularly watered to get the most out of them. Slow release fertilisers are excellent as they can last for several months. Keep a watch out for insects and fungi and treat early if they appear. Window Boxes

Remember to replace the compost each year. Compost kept over winter in containes often harbour insects and diseases. With a lot of plants in a small area window boxes Must be fed and regularly watered, (slow release fertilisers are a good idea and last months). Keep a watch out for insects and fungi and treat early if they appear. Hedge

Good environment for wildlife, leave undisturbed most of the year. Monitor for signs of ill health and diagnose and treat early if they appear. Worth taking specialist advice as a hedge is for life. Cat/Child

Generally children and pets do not need to be excluded from treated areas. Always read the label carefully this will be clearly marked on the pack of all garden care products, to establish conditions of use and any precautions required. House Plants

Must feed and water regularly. Be vigilant for insects imported with the plants and treat quickly if they are discovered. Simple ready to use spray gun products available. Fruit Trees

Common problems occur most years and you may need several applications to solve them. Make sure that you use products clearly marked "for use on edibles". Organic based products are also available. As with all garden care products read the label carefully for use directions and intervals between treating and harvesting. Flower Beds

Weeds, insects and fungi are always a problem. For difficult perennial weeds use a spotweeder containing the systemic weedkiller glyphosate. Be vigilant for blackspot on your roses and other fungal diseases on your flowers. Treat at first signs. Slugs can be particularly difficult in wet years there are pellets and also liquids to help control slugs & Snails. The liquids kill the slugs that hyde under the soil during the day and leave less on the surface.