Scape Easy are your expert gardeners in Sheffield. Late summer gardening can be satisfying, but if you’re short of time, energy or talent, leave it to us.
Late summer is an ideal time to focus on certain key gardening tasks to keep your garden thriving. One of the simplest yet most effective jobs is deadheading, which involves removing spent flowers. This prevents plants from self-seeding, encourages more blooms, and reduces the risk of disease. Use sharp tools, and snip flowers above the first healthy leaf.
Watering is crucial in late summer, especially during dry spells. Focus on newly planted and container plants, watering at the base in the early morning or evening to avoid evaporation. For easier maintenance, consider setting up a soaker hose or drip irrigation system, which can water your plants automatically. Not easy to do if you’re no expert, but fear not, because your West Sheffield gardeners Scape Easy are at your service!
Late summer also means it’s time for harvesting. Regularly picking ripe fruits and vegetables encourages more production and prevents overripe crops from attracting pests. Keep an eye on hidden corners and continue sowing fast-growing crops like radishes and salad leaves to enjoy fresh produce into autumn.
Weeding is another essential task. Weeds compete with your plants for nutrients, light and water, so staying on top of them ensures your garden remains healthy. It’s easiest to remove weeds after rain when the soil is moist. Deep-rooted weeds should be pulled carefully to prevent regrowth. Once again Scape Easy, your reliable West Sheffield gardeners, are here to do it for you!
In addition, this is a good time to focus on pruning and trimming. Cut back summer-flowering shrubs like hydrangeas and fuchsia after they finish blooming. Use sharp, clean tools to shape your plants, promote better air circulation, and reduce disease risks. Also, make sure your hedges are neatly trimmed.
Lastly, think ahead to autumn planting—whether that’s bulbs for spring flowers or winter vegetables, preparation now ensures your garden continues to thrive into the colder months. That’s certainly a task best performed by professional gardeners, if you want guaranteed great results.
In fact, if any these tasks sound like too much work, why not leave it all to the professionals? The Scape Easy team, the trusted expert landscapers and gardeners in West Sheffield, can handle all of your garden’s needs, giving you the time to enjoy the beautiful results without the hassle. Reach out to us today and let us make your late summer garden flourish!
Contact the experts at Scape Easy today! Call us on 0114 2309673 or email us at info@scapeasy.co.uk.
