What to do in the garden before frost: a list for beginners

October plays a key role in preparing your garden and vegetable garden for winter frosts. This is the best time to prune trees, mulch beds, prevent pests and diseases, arrange shelters and insulate perennial crops.

In October, it is also worth planting cold-resistant bulbous plants that will bloom in spring - daffodils, crocuses, tulips. OBOZ.UA tells you what you need to do on your personal plot before the first frost.

Prevention of pests and diseases

In the fall, preventive measures against various diseases and pests are crucial. This is necessary to preserve trees and shrubs in the garden.

If problems are detected, you should take immediate action to prevent infections or insects. You can either use organic pest control methods or choose a more radical option in the form of fungicides to prevent the spread of fungal spores.

Preventive measures in the fall will contribute to better flowering and fruiting in the next season.

What to plant in the garden in October

First of all, it is important to prepare the flower beds for the cold so that the plants can withstand the winter frosts. You need to prune perennials, collect all plant debris, and restore the mulch layer.

October fertilization will saturate the soil with nutrients. Experts advise using fertilizers high in potassium and phosphorus, but it is important to choose a fertilizer that is suitable for a particular type of flower, as different plants have different needs.

In October, you can plant cold-resistant bulbous perennials in the garden that will bloom in spring. This is the best time to plant tulips, daffodils, crocuses, and hyacinths.

When planting new flowers or transplanting, make sure that the root system of the plants is at the appropriate depth and take care of thorough watering to help them take root and take root before the onset of frost. You can add humus and compost.

The second month of fall is the best time to plant winter garlic and onions. These crops require minimal care during the winter months and are great for storage.

You can also plant trees and shrubs, as low temperatures and sufficient rainfall create ideal conditions for root growth. You can plant strawberries, raspberries, grapes, apple trees, pears, and plums - the main thing is to do everything before the first frost.

Other gardening activities in October

In the fall, you should set up a compost pit - it can be easily supplemented by adding leaves, plant debris, small branches, etc.

Heat-loving crops should be transplanted into pots and brought indoors at night.

You need to take care of preparing greenhouses for cold weather, tilling the soil, and sowing green manure.

Don't forget to wash and clean your gardening tools and put them away for storage during the winter season.

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