Gardening Calendar (Australian Temperate Climate) – November

It’s November, the last month of spring, the weather is moderate, deciduous trees are in leaf again, days are warm and there’s lots of green growth in the garden. The changeable and windy weather from October continues, but now there’s also the possibility of very sudden hot weather striking without warning so it’s important to protect plants from sun and wind. Also, regularly water newly planted trees and shrubs as the hot weather and strong winds can quickly dry out the soil.

Things to Do This Month:

• Mulch around fruit trees and plants to retain moisture in the soil and prevent water loss from evaporation (keep mulch away from plant stems and trunks as this can cause stem rot/collar rot).
• Mulch strawberries by placing straw underneath to keep the berries off the soil.
• Propagate strawberries from runners.
• Plant potted fruit trees and vines (having roots, can be planted anytime, best in spring & autumn).
• Tie growing vines back to supports or wires.
• Propagate plants by taking softwood (green) cuttings from now till January (after which they harden off).
• Last chance to plant evergreen shrubs and trees (this includes citrus trees).
• In ponds and water gardens, thin out existing aquatic plants, continue planting new ones, fertilise aquatic plants and feed fish regularly.

Vegetables and Herbs to Sow:

Key:
d = sow directly into ground
s = sow in seed tray
ds = sow directly into ground or seed tray
*= frost tender
**= sow after frost

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