Dainty Diaries | Messy November jobs in the cottage garden: Scrubbing the greenhouse & leaves @DaintyDiaries | Uploaded November 2023 | Updated October 2024, 13 hours ago.
November is a great time to tackle some of the messy cottage garden jobs that need to be done before winter sets in. In this video, I show you how to scrub your greenhouse, create mulch from fallen leaves, and make leaf mould.
Scrubbing the greenhouse:
A clean greenhouse is essential for healthy plants. To scrub your greenhouse, you will need a bucket, warm soapy water, and a sponge. Start by sweeping out any loose dirt and debris. Then, use the sponge to scrub down the walls, windows, and floor of the greenhouse. Be sure to rinse off the soap with clean water before drying everything with a towel.
Creating mulch from fallen leaves:
Mulch is a great way to protect your plants from the cold winter weather and to add nutrients to the soil. To create mulch from fallen leaves, simply rake them up into a pile and then shred them using a lawnmower or leaf shredder. Once the leaves are shredded, spread them around your plants in a layer about 2-3 inches thick.
Making leaf mould:
Leaf mould is a type of compost that is made from fallen leaves. It is a great way to improve the drainage and structure of your soil. To make leaf mould, simply collect a pile of fallen leaves and place them in a bin or bag. Make sure that the leaves are moist but not soggy. Then, cover the bin or bag with a lid or cloth. The leaves will decompose over time, and in about 6-12 months, you will have leaf mould that you can use in your garden.
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November is a great time to tackle some of the messy cottage garden jobs that need to be done before winter sets in. In this video, I show you how to scrub your greenhouse, create mulch from fallen leaves, and make leaf mould.
Scrubbing the greenhouse:
A clean greenhouse is essential for healthy plants. To scrub your greenhouse, you will need a bucket, warm soapy water, and a sponge. Start by sweeping out any loose dirt and debris. Then, use the sponge to scrub down the walls, windows, and floor of the greenhouse. Be sure to rinse off the soap with clean water before drying everything with a towel.
Creating mulch from fallen leaves:
Mulch is a great way to protect your plants from the cold winter weather and to add nutrients to the soil. To create mulch from fallen leaves, simply rake them up into a pile and then shred them using a lawnmower or leaf shredder. Once the leaves are shredded, spread them around your plants in a layer about 2-3 inches thick.
Making leaf mould:
Leaf mould is a type of compost that is made from fallen leaves. It is a great way to improve the drainage and structure of your soil. To make leaf mould, simply collect a pile of fallen leaves and place them in a bin or bag. Make sure that the leaves are moist but not soggy. Then, cover the bin or bag with a lid or cloth. The leaves will decompose over time, and in about 6-12 months, you will have leaf mould that you can use in your garden.
Order my first book now:
Carving time out of our hectic, plugged-in lives to play and create can bring stillness and satisfaction. The projects in my book are for everyone, so take a break from the world, reignite your creative spark and make your home a little bit more beautiful!
In my book, I share over fifty of my favourite projects, from upcycling, crafting, sewing, painting and gardening, many of which take unloved items and make them shine again.
You can order a signed copy from Bookstation ( while stock lasts ) here: https://www.bookstation.ie/product/dainty-dress-diaries-50-beautiful-home-crafting-projects-to-awaken-your-creativity/
Bookstation ships internationally.
If you are in the US and Canada, you can order from Barnes & Noble: barnesandnoble.com/w/dainty-dress-diaries-catherine-carton/1140401604?ean=9781788492966
Join this channel to get access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCcx0GWauE1_cQYSkk70y0YA/join
For free creative project ideas, check out my blog: https://www.daintydressdiaries.com
Sign up for my newsletter and receive a free furniture makeover guide: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/607c4f...
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