Gardening Jobs to Do in July | Summer Garden Tasks UK
July Gardening Jobs: Keep Your Garden Blooming All Summer 🌞
July is one of the most vibrant months in the garden — full of colour, fragrance, and growth. But all that activity means your plants need a little extra attention. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just getting started, here are the essential gardening jobs to tackle in July across the UK.
1. Deadhead Flowers Regularly
Removing faded blooms from bedding plants, roses, and perennials encourages fresh growth and prolonged flowering.
Tip: Use clean, sharp secateurs and snip just above a leaf node.
2. Water Wisely (Early or Late in the Day)
July can bring hot, dry spells, so it's important to:
Water in the early morning or evening to reduce evaporation.
Focus on the base of plants, not the leaves.
Use mulch to retain moisture.
Bonus: Install a water butt to collect rainwater and save on bills.
3. Lawn Care in July
Mow regularly, but don’t cut too short in hot weather.
Feed your lawn with a high-nitrogen summer feed.
Water only if the grass looks stressed (a little browning is normal).
4. Prune Summer-Flowering Shrubs
Now’s the time to trim back:
Philadelphus (Mock Orange)
Weigela
Deutzia
Remove old flowering stems to encourage new growth for next year.
5. Harvest and Sow Veggies
Harvest: Courgettes, beans, potatoes, carrots, beetroot.
Sow: Spring cabbage, lettuce, radishes, and turnips for autumn crops.
Tip: Pick crops regularly to encourage more production.
6. Watch for Pests and Diseases
Keep an eye out for:
Aphids on roses and soft stems
Slugs and snails (especially after rain)
Powdery mildew on squash and courgettes
Use organic treatments or barriers where possible.
7. Support Tall Plants
Staking is essential for:
Delphiniums
Dahlias
Sunflowers
High winds or heavy rain can quickly damage unprotected stems.
8. Tidy Up and Mulch
Clear fallen leaves and spent stems.
Add organic mulch around thirsty plants to lock in moisture and suppress weeds.
Final Thoughts
July is a month of maintenance and enjoyment in the garden. With just a little time each week, you’ll keep your garden healthy, colourful, and productive well into autumn.
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