In autumn, the vegetation seems to hibernate:the leaves fall and the flowers disappear to give way to frozen branches and snow. The garden then loses its pretty spring colors and seems dead. However, the month of November is ideal for taking care of it, harvesting the last vegetables and above all preparing it so that it (re)flowers in the spring. So, before the cold and severe frosts make the soil too hard, here are some clever ideas for maintaining your exterior and continuing to enjoy it... all year round.
Winter is synonymous with cold and (high) humidity, so it is essential to protect your plants. At first, we think of raising the pots and removing the saucers which store water which risks freezing (this avoids letting the roots rot). Then, we identify the plants that keep their vegetation during the winter and we cover the roots with straw or even compost. For the most fragile, like the banana tree for example, they can even be completely covered with a plastic tarpaulin. To promote regrowth in the spring, cut stems and dead flowers. It is also the right time to prune our fruit trees. Regarding the soil, gently pick up the dead leaves, which can be kept and then reused as compost after decomposition. If you want to replant a lawn or create a vegetable garden, then you think of plowing the land (before the soil is too hardened by the cold). Finally, we plant the bulbs of flowers that bloom in the spring, such as tulips for example. To brighten up your garden, you can also plant potted flowers that grow in January and resist snow, such as snowdrops or winter heather. And the first frosts help rooting! To continue to grow (and use) aromatic herbs, they can be grown inside the house, in a cool place. And since it's Christmas, liven up your garden with some decorations and lights!
