Herbs
March
Divide overgrown herbs
Action time: 03/03 - 07/03
Early spring is the best time to divide and replant congested perennial herbs like mint, chives, lovage and marjoram, while the plants are still dormant.
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April
Grow fresh herbs
Action time: 28/04 - 12/05
You don't need a lot of space to grow herbs. Plant your favourite varieties in a container in a sunny spot.
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May
Plant up a container herb garden
Action time: 21/05 - 28/05
Try growing basil, mint, parsley or thyme. After planting, place in a sunny spot near the kitchen so they're handy when cooking.
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June
Propagate herbs
Action time: 16/06 - 30/06
Take cuttings of your favourite herbs. Plants will root easily within eight weeks and will then be ready for planting out.
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July
Take cuttings of herbs
Action time: 14/07 - 21/07
It's easy to grow your own herbs from cuttings in summer when plants are actively growing. They will root easily but take several cuttings to increase your chance of success.
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August
Propagate herbs
Action time: 14/08 - 21/08
Herbs root easily and can be used to replace old specimens or fill gaps in borders.
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Feed herbs
Action time: 15/08 - 30/08
Add a liquid feed to your watering can once a week and pick leaves regularly to stimulate bushy new growth.
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September
Add herbs to pots
Action time: 05/09 - 12/09
Give your patio pots and containers a fresh look for autumn by removing any summer bedding plants that are past their best and replacing them with scented, evergreen herbs.
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October
Plant hardy herbs
Action time: 02/10 - 16/10
Woody evergreen plants such as rosemary can be planted now for fresh herbs through the winter months.
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