URGENT UPDATE: Gardeners must act NOW to safeguard their plants from winter damage, according to a critical advisory from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). With winter fast approaching, the RHS has released essential guidelines that could mean the difference between thriving plants and a dead garden.
Recent reports from the RHS emphasize the importance of raising container pots off the ground to prevent them from becoming waterlogged. The advisory states, “Raise containers onto pot feet to prevent waterlogging.” Without this simple step, plants risk saturation and potentially fatal conditions during the wet winter months.
Experts warn that container plants are particularly vulnerable due to their limited root area. They rely on gardeners to regulate their water intake effectively. “Overwatering is the most common cause of loss of container plants,” the RHS explained. Proper watering should keep compost moist but never soggy, and gardeners must avoid alternating between dryness and saturation.
As the winter chill sets in, the RHS identified the “main danger” for container plants as frozen compost, which can kill plants. The organization urges gardeners to inspect drainage holes for blockages and to ensure the compost structure is appropriate for winter conditions.
In addition to raising pots, the RHS recommends a few other vital tasks for November, including:
– Regularly checking the moisture level of compost.
– Ensuring proper drainage to avoid root rot.
– Monitoring for pests that can thrive in damp conditions.
Experts stress that taking these precautionary measures NOW is essential for the health of your garden. Failure to act could result in significant losses as winter progresses.
For more detailed guidance, visit the RHS website. The time to protect your garden is right now—don’t wait until it’s too late! Share this information with fellow gardeners to ensure everyone can enjoy a flourishing garden come spring.
