The experts at Barnsdale Gardens have shared some top tips on what to do in the garden this month, including sowing swede, planting onions and looking out a specific pest
Garden enthusiasts are being urged to "be vigilant" against a common pest that can "ruin an entire crop". Despite the weather not being as warm or sunny as it should be this time of year, gardeners are still busy with various tasks.
Now is also the time to move sweet and chilli peppers into their final pots in the greenhouse. Unlike tomatoes or cucumbers, they don't require as large a pot, so smaller two-litre ones can be used, reports the Express. With new shoots and leaves appearing, pests tend to increase in numbers, looking to feed and spread infections. Therefore, it's crucial to "be vigilant" and monitor vulnerable plants and flowers closely.
They also caution local gardeners about carrot fly infestations saying: "Carrot fly is a pest that can ruin an entire crop by burrowing into and through the roots. It's best to prevent an infestation rather than deal with it after it has happened."
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