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September
Foliage
~ Plant new evergreens and conifers - remove existing evergrens and conifers
~ Use as windbreaks or to screen eyesores
Lawns
~ While the weather is fine get the lawn into good shape for the winter
~ Apply a moss killer and / or an autumn feed, if required
~ Rake with a spring rake or scarifier for larger lawns
October
Protect wood
~ Now is the time to check out all wooden structures
~ Repair and protect before winter winds do any damage
~ Check out fence panels and posts
~ Secure, replace, paint as necessary
~ Note - wood that is in contact with the ground will rot first
Fallen leaves
~ Clear away fallen leaves from paths, steps and walkways as they become slippery when wet
~ Lawns, flowerbeds and rockeries need to be kept clear to keep them healthy
~ Fill a black bin liner full of damp leaves, punch in a few holes, and store in an out of the way place to create next years leaf mold to use as a soil improver
~ Check out gutters and pipes
November
Tulips
~ If you didn't get round to buying tulip bulbs in the autumn, buy now as they are often reduced
~ Make sure that the bulbs are intact, firm and not shivelled and they should do well
~ Plant in a sunny spot in well drained soil or in containers of compost
Lawn
~ Keep lawn clear of leaves
~ Mow only when necessary
~ Keep off when muddy or frozen