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Have you got any hardy blooms that are hanging onto the last of their glory? If you\u2019ve been wishing for a way to extend the life of your late bloomers you\u2019re in luck! We\u2019ve rounded up a list of our best tips for extending the lifespan of your plants during winter.<\/p>\n

Bring them Inside<\/h2>\n

If you can, move your potted plants inside and re-pot any remaining plants from your hanging baskets so you can bring them in from the cold. The golden rule when you\u2019re rehoming your plants inside is to place them in a room with windows so they can still get lots of sunlight and, don\u2019t place them too close to any heaters! Too much heat is just as bad as not enough and central heating can quickly dry out your poor plants if you\u2019re not careful.<\/p>\n

Use a Greenhouse Heater<\/h2>\n

Most greenhouse gardeners end their growing season once the days get colder and the nights get longer however, some dedicated gardeners refuse to let the seasons dictate when they can use their greenhouses. What\u2019s their secret? They have invested in a greenhouse heater. Add one to your greenhouse to turn it into a tropical paradise for the last of your summer flowers. As an added bonus, you\u2019ll be able to grow your own vegetables for Christmas dinner using a greenhouse heater.<\/p>\n

Tuck them in at Night<\/h2>\n

Protect your plants from the frosty autumn nights by using a light covering<\/a> to keep them warm when the temperatures plummet. If you\u2019re worried about damaging the delicate leaves or petals, use bamboo canes to construct a frame to drape the covering over. Most garden centres stock covers for plants but if you have a spare sheet or a fleece lined blanket lying around the house, you can save some money by using that instead.<\/p>\n

Prevent Saplings Becoming Lunch<\/h2>\n

When the winter sets in and it becomes difficult for rodents to find food, the soft bark on your recently planted saplings will begin to look pretty tasty to passing wildlife. Prevent your young trees becoming the dish of the day by constructing a protective guard made from galvanised chicken wire<\/a> around the base of your saplings. Make sure you install it as close to the young tree as possible and set it deep enough into the ground so it can\u2019t be knocked over by gusts of wind.<\/p>\n

Build a Cold Box<\/h2>\n

If you have vegetables that can\u2019t be moved but still aren\u2019t quite past their best, why not build a protective cold box to keep them warm on frosty days? Cold boxes are available from most garden centres but if you\u2019re a dab hand at DIY, it should be no problem to construct your own. Just use planed timber and galvanised nails to construct a box frame and top it off with a lid made from a pane of glass or a sheet of hard, clear plastic.<\/p>\n

Extend the lifespan of your late blooming plants with eDecks. Browse our range of premium garden supplies at discount prices online today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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