THINGS TO DO IN THE VEGGIE PATCH

- Veges to plant: Asparagus, crowns, beetroot, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflowers, onions, parsnip, peas, radish, shallots, silver beet, spinach and early lettuce.

- Spray broad beans, brassicas and other seedlings with a broad spectrum fungicide to control leaf spot and fungal diseases.

- Sprout seed potatoes in trays in preparation for planting or planted already sprouted potatoes in the garden.

- Cultivate among plants to aerate the soil. Side dress with Kings General Garden Fertiliser.

- Divide and plant rhubarb

-Plant herbs in the garden, containers or baskets.

THINGS TO DO IN THE FLOWER GARDEN

- Plants to sow: Alyssum, Begonia, Candy tuft, Carnation, Celosia, Cosmos, Cornflower, Dianthus, Delphinium, Forget-me-not, Larkspur, Linaria, Linum, Lobelia, Lupin, Marigold, Nemesia, Pansy, Petunia, Phlox, Poppies, Portulaca, Salvia, Snapdragon, Statice, Stock, Sweet peas, Sweet William, Violas and Zinnias.

- Flowers to plant: Alyssum, Carnations, Cineraria, Forget-me-not, Nemesia, Pansy, Polyanthus, Poppies, Primula, Viola.

- Plant up or replant hangers and pots for spring colour.

TREES AND SHRUBS

-Continue planting of trees and shrubs. Prepare the soil for all planting with Kings Organic Compost and a slow release fertiliser.

-Spray roses and other deciduous trees and shrubs with Yates Champ DP and Yates Conqueror Spraying Oil. Alternating between shield and Gild for pest control on roses prevents insects developing resistance to either.

-Prune spindly growth on hydrangeas back to strong shoots.

THINGS TO DO IN THE FRUIT GARDEN

-Spray pip and stone trees with Yates Champ DP and Conqueror Spraying Oil. During flower bloom, spray with bravo. Complete fruit tree planting and feed existing trees with Kings Citrus Tree Fertiliser.

-Strawberries are in store and can be planted immediately for juicy summer crops.

-Prune last seasons growth from berry canes and spray with Champ DP. If fruit trees and grapes are not yet pruned, prune as soon as possible. Also prune passion fruit and feijoa.

GENERAL INFORMATION

-Prepare new lawns. Feed existing lawns and treat moss.

-Re-pot and trim indoor plants.

ROSES

New seasons stock are here now. This is the best time to be planting these ever-popular shrubs. Choose from our great selection of Bush, climbing, classic, austin and standard roses.

Ask Kings staff to help you make the choice.

Gladioli corms are in store. Plant immediately for spring and summer flowering. Control slugs and snails with Yates Baysol and continue to control pests and diseases.

Dahlia bulbs will be in with all your favourite varieties and colours.

Tuberose bulbs are sweet smelling creamy white flower spikes that look lovely grouped together in a pot or in the garden.

YATES TRUSTED PRODUCTS TO USE IN AUGUST

-Yates Baysol Slugs and Snails Killer: One application lasts 2-4weeks and even remains active in wet weather. Protect your flower and veggie seedlings.

-Yates Champ DP a broad spectrum fungicide and Conqueror Spraying Oil, an insecticide that controls scale. Use both mixed together Autumn to Spring, to control many plant problems. Especially useful on roses in Auckland.

-Thrive soluble fertiliser, an economical, easy to use and fast-acting fertiliser to give your plants a boost as the weather begins to warm up.