In August, summer residents will have a lot of work, no less than in the spring. Here is harvesting, planting, preparation for wintering, grafting. So many things to do that my head is spinning. A list with a description of the most important things in the garden will help you not to forget about everything.
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1. Watering trees and shrubs
In August, there is an active growth of fruits. During this period, fruit plants need good watering more than ever, which will help form a delicious juicy harvest.
2. Budding time
At the very beginning of August, it is a good time to perform the eye vaccination. This method is suitable for grafting stone and pome crops. The survival rate on pome fruits is 90%. On stone fruits, the graft takes root worse, therefore it is recommended to carry out several vaccinations.
3. Pruning fruit trees
In August, sanitary pruning of fruit trees is carried out, with the help of which damaged and thickening shoots are removed. Pinching of long shoots will help to enhance the growth of lateral shoots and form the correct crown.
4. Treatment against diseases and pests
During the ripening of the fruit, many trees are bothered by a variety of pests. A trapping belt will help protect plants from them, which must be inspected for the presence of insects that have fallen into it and changed as necessary. The use of natural infusions and decoctions will help prevent the spread of harmful insects.
3 weeks before harvesting, it is necessary to treat the trees from scab with the help of special preparations. For example, "Discor" or "Speed".
5. Fertilizing berry bushes
Despite the fact that most of the berry growers had already finished bearing fruit by the beginning of August, you should not forget about them. Plants need regular care and feeding. To do this, you can use wood ash or a ready-made complex fertilizer.
6. Raspberry pruning
As soon as the raspberries have finished bearing fruit, you need to proceed to pruning them. Do not delay this procedure for a long time. It is necessary to remove all shoots that have already formed berries this year. They will not harvest the next year. Pruning them will save the raspberries more energy and form new buds. Young shoots must be removed, since they will not have time to get stronger and will die from the first frosts.
7. Installation of supports for fruit trees
August is the period of active fruiting of fruit trees. Under the weight of the fruit, the branches can bend and even break. To avoid this, it is necessary to install supports under them, which will reduce the load on the tree.
8. Planting garden strawberries
August is the perfect time to tackle strawberry rejuvenation. Young saplings planted during this period will have time to get stronger before the onset of cold weather and will delight you with a tasty harvest next year.
9. Reproduction of currants
The end of the month is suitable for currant breeding. To do this, you can use lignified cuttings or layering, which are harvested in spring. Rooted seedlings are planted in a permanent place and watered regularly.
10. Preparing holes for planting trees
A month before the beginning of autumn, they begin to prepare spacious holes for planting seedlings of shrubs and trees. The roots of a young plant should feel free in the new hole. To increase the fertility of the soil, rotted manure and a layer of fertile soil are poured into the bottom of the hole.
The garden will surely thank its owner with a good harvest for attention and good care.
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