Garden plants are at serious risk of disease this month if gardeners skip important task
It is important to remove dead leaves from the garden
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September sees the end of summer but that doesn't mean it's time to neglect the garden.
In fact, this is the best time to do a number of jobs in your outdoor space in order to keep it healthy and free from disease.
As the weather cools and leaves begin to fall from trees, gardeners need to make sure they are staying on top of this.
Speaking exclusively to GB News, Jonathan Hill at Rolawn explained how a pile up of leaves and debris can make diseases more likely in the garden.
Leaves and debris reaching plant roots can make disease more likely
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He said: "Keep your garden and lawn free from layers of debris and any moist September leaves which have fallen.
"A build-up of debris can stop light and water reaching the grass and plant roots and increase the likelihood of diseases."
Although the days are getting cooler, September can be a very rewarding time in the garden.
In fact, autumn is one of the best times to start work on a vegetable patch.
Jonathan continued: "You can start a new vegetable patch at any time of year, but spring and autumn are the best times to begin work.
"Pick a vegetable and fruit topsoil which is easy to work with, even when wet, to create the perfect vegetable beds and patches."
It is a great time to reap the benefits of any vegetable patches started earlier in the year.
The expert explained lots of vegetables are at their peak now, so it is a great time to harvest.
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Potatoes are often in their peak in September
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Jonathan said: "September can be a bumper harvest month if you grow fruit and vegetables.
"Vegetables including onion, runner beans and potatoes are often at their peak in September."
There are always jobs that can be done in the garden, but what these are will change with the time of year.
It is important to do work in the garden during optimal conditions to keep it in the best health.
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