August is one of the busiest months in the British gardening calendar. While summer blooms are fading, it’s the perfect time to prepare your garden for autumn and make sure your lawn, beds and borders are in top condition for the cooler months.
Mulching in August is a game-changer. It keeps soil moisture in during any late-summer dry spells, suppresses weeds, and protects plant roots as temperatures start to dip.
Extra Tip: Pair mulch with a weed membrane in problem areas to cut down on weeding all season long.
After months of summer growth, your soil will be crying out for a boost. Adding compost in August, like our Eco Organic Soil Improver, improves structure and replenishes nutrients, giving plants the perfect growing conditions for autumn.
Work compost into vegetable beds, borders, or even mix it with topsoil for raised beds. Bulk compost delivery is a smart choice if you’re covering larger areas or preparing for heavy autumn planting.
Lawns often take a beating over the summer. August is the perfect time to:
Prune and deadhead: Cut back spent flowers and herbs like lavender and mint to encourage fresh growth.
Aerate and feed the lawn: Relieve compaction and apply an autumn lawn feed for stronger grass.
Plan for bulbs: Prepare beds for daffodils and tulips by enriching the soil with compost.
Water wisely: Use soaker hoses or water in the early morning to minimise evaporation.
With a little preparation now, and the right products delivered straight to your door, your garden will be ready to thrive well into autumn and beyond.
By mid-August, herb gardens are at their most generous. Basil, parsley, mint and rosemary are overflowing, and the scent of thyme or oregano fills the warm air.
By mid-August, herb gardens are at their most generous. Basil, parsley, mint and rosemary are overflowing, and the scent of thyme or oregano fills the warm air.
August is one of the busiest months in the British gardening calendar. While summer blooms are fading, it’s the perfect time to prepare your garden for autumn.
August is one of the busiest months in the British gardening calendar. While summer blooms are fading, it’s the perfect time to prepare your garden for autumn.
When temperatures soar up to the 30s, your garden can suffer from heat stress, wilting, and dehydration.
When temperatures soar up to the 30s, your garden can suffer from heat stress, wilting, and dehydration.
Creating a garden that looks good in every season doesn’t have to mean constant replanting. With the right hardy perennials and evergreens, you can enjoy flowers, texture and greenery all...
Creating a garden that looks good in every season doesn’t have to mean constant replanting. With the right hardy perennials and evergreens, you can enjoy flowers, texture and greenery all...
