Episode Details

🍁🌱 November is one of the most important months on the allotment — a time to tidy, protect, prepare, and get your garden winter-ready. In this episode, we break down all the essential jobs you should be tackling to keep your plot healthy through the cold months and thriving when spring returns. We’ll cover:
• Clearing away dead foliage and old crops
• Adding compost, leaf mould & mulch for winter protection
• Planting garlic, onions & hardy winter salads
• Preparing raised beds for frost and heavy rain
• Polytunnel & greenhouse checks
• Pruning fruit bushes and tying in branches
• Wildlife care — food, shelter & safe spaces
• Mini projects to beat the November slowdown You’ll also hear why November prep saves time in spring, prevents pest issues, and boosts yield next season. What November jobs have YOU ticked off so far?

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💬 Quote from the Episode: “Do the right jobs in November, and your allotment will thank you all year long.”

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