{"id":472,"date":"2025-11-03T12:34:15","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T10:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tapyom.com\/?p=472"},"modified":"2025-11-03T12:34:15","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T10:34:15","slug":"novembers-garden-to-do-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tapyom.com\/?p=472","title":{"rendered":"November\u2019s garden to-do list\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The warmer days have arrived, and with summer just around the corner, our gardens are bursting with colour, new growth, and endless possibilities. <\/span><\/p>\n

November is a busy but rewarding month for gardeners across South Africa \u2013 whether you\u2019re in the lush Western Cape or the sunny Highveld, there\u2019s plenty to plant, feed and prune to keep your garden looking its best.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Western Cape: A blooming start to summer<\/h3>\n

The Cape\u2019s gardens are alive with blooms this month, and with the dry season ahead, water-wise gardening is key. Focus on maintaining lush greenery while being mindful of water use.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Read more:<\/strong> Pro\u2019s and cons of a garden sun room<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Spotlight: Planting in pots<\/h3>\n

Container gardening is having a real moment \u2013 it\u2019s practical, beautiful, and helps conserve water. Whether you\u2019re brightening up a patio or creating a mini veggie garden, potted plants offer endless possibilities. Remember to use a good quality potting mix, add mulch to lock in moisture, and group pots together to create a little microclimate.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Plant and sow<\/h3>\n

Add colour and life by planting summer-flowering bulbs like amaryllis, dahlias, gladioli, and Zantedeschia (arums). For heat-hardy blooms that last, try red salvias and vincas.<\/span>
\n If you\u2019re sowing seeds, look to Namaqualand daisies, Shirley poppies, and felicias for a cheerful display.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In the veggie patch, sow beans, beetroot, cabbage, lettuce, pumpkin, corn, and cucumbers \u2014 all summer staples. Add herbs like basil, thyme, rosemary, and origanum for easy, aromatic cooking companions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Feed<\/h3>\n

Encourage strong growth with an all-purpose or organic fertiliser. A 3:1:5 mix works wonders for flowering plants, keeping blooms bright and healthy.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prune and trim<\/h3>\n

After their flush of flowers, fynbos varieties such as buchus, ericas, and proteas will benefit from a light pruning. Trim back confetti bushes, and deadhead roses to encourage a second round of blooms.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Grow your own herbs<\/h3>\n

A small herb garden is both beautiful and practical. Arrange pots on a sunny windowsill, group them in your courtyard, or mix them in with vegetables to save space (and water!).<\/span>
\nTip: Chives are great pest repellents.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Herb of the month: Lemon Thyme<\/h3>\n

This citrus-scented herb is as pretty as it is practical. Use it to add zest to chicken dishes, or plant it between pavers for a fragrant walkway. Its delicate flowers attract bees, helping pollinate the rest of your garden.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Gauteng: Summer prep and holiday readiness<\/h3>\n

As the festive season nears, now\u2019s the time to prepare your garden for the holidays \u2014 whether you\u2019re staying home or heading to the coast. Weed, feed, and mulch thoroughly so your garden can handle a little neglect if you\u2019re away.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Spotlight: Hydrangeas in full bloom<\/h3>\n

Hydrangeas (or \u201cChristmas roses\u201d) love November\u2019s warmth. If yours are slow to flower, give them an acidic foliar feed and mulch with bark chips. Their blooms respond to soil pH \u2014 more acid gives bluer flowers, while alkaline soil produces pink. For potted hydrangeas, keep the soil moist, feed every two weeks, and keep them in bright, indirect light.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Plant and sow<\/h3>\n

Fill your garden with summer bulbs like begonias, liatris, nerines, and crocosmias. Add ornamental grasses for texture and movement.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the veggie patch, plant spinach, beans, carrots, cucumbers, lettuce, radishes, pumpkins, and sweetcorn. Herbs such as parsley, sage, dill, mint, and coriander are easy to grow and thrive in warm conditions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Feed<\/h3>\n

Use a 3:1:5 fertiliser for fruiting and flowering plants, a 5:1:5 for lawns, and an organic fertiliser like Seagro for herbs and veggies.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prune and trim<\/h3>\n

Deadhead roses to keep them blooming, mow lawns regularly, and give them a good feed. A layer of compost will act as both mulch and slow-release fertiliser \u2013 it\u2019s one of the easiest ways to keep your garden hydrated and happy.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

November is all about growth, colour, and preparation. With a little care \u2013 and some smart watering habits \u2013 your garden will reward you with long, vibrant days of summer beauty. So grab your hat, your gloves, and a watering can, and enjoy the rhythm of a garden coming into full swing.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

ALSO SEE: LAST MINUTE SUMMER GARDEN CHECKLIST<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Last-minute summer garden checklist before the heat hits<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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