Senwes Scenario April / May 2019 | Page 73

GARDENING Get ready, its almost winter ! It is April and the time of the year to remove old plants and to clean up, time to rake up leaves and to experience how the greenery gradually makes place for the beautiful colours of autumn - golden, brown and red leafy carpets in every garden and street. The mornings are chilly and nature reminds us to prepare for the coming winter. Lawn Star congratulates Senwes on their By Johan (Dons) Jordaan Bastion: Group Marketing Manager I t is important to remember that gardening should not stop during autumn and winter. Autumn is the time to prepare your garden for the winter ahead. Trees and shrubs which are frost sensitive can be covered with frost cover to protect them against the first frost, which usually occurs in mid-April in many parts of South Africa. Good mulch layers below shrubs and sensitive trees will also keep the soil warmer and protect shallow roots during the cold winter nights. 110th birthday. E : [email protected]  Customer Care : 0860-529 678 For our latest innovations and full product range visit www.lawnstar.co.za 72 SENWES SCENARIO | AUTUMN 2019 71