AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHeatwave gardening: Extreme heat is pushing gardeners to adapt fast—watering by hand, shading tender plants, and planning what will actually thrive now. Fall harvest planning: A guide to sowing and transplanting warm- and cool-season crops for a steady vegetable run into September and beyond. Plant health watch: Aster yellows is flagged as a serious, incurable phytoplasma disease spread by leafhoppers—infected plants should be removed to protect the rest of the garden. Hydrangea boost: Alan Titchmarsh points to “hydra” (water) and recommends extra moisture for hydrangeas, especially in free-draining sandy soil. Community gardens: Helensburgh’s Growing Communities event is set to spotlight local flowers and produce, with stalls and judging. Wildlife moment: Bodnant Garden finally captured an otter on camera, highlighting the site’s role as a wildlife haven. Practical pest tips: Multiple natural deterrent ideas are circulating, from cat-repelling chili flakes to slug/snail control hacks.
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