GARDENING
Winter
and
carpet
en its
sy leafy
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There is a nip in the air
which announces the
change of season. Autumn
and winter are upon us,
which results in a leafy car-
pet on our lawns and paving.
By Carl Kirstein
E
mbrace this time and enjoy the
change from your summer gar-
den to a winter paradise.
A tip for the season is to leave
as many as possible leaves in the beds,
since it helps to retain the soil tempera-
ture and protects the plant roots against
the cold.
It is important to prepare your garden
at this time. Some of the summer flowers
are still blooming. Close your eyes and
pull them out - prepare the soil for winter
and other bulbs and seedlings. Add com-
post (organic) to the soil and fertilise. The
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