Good afternoon, my reader. Summer ended, and with it the summer cottage season gradually began to decline. There is very little left to do and finally relax before the harsh winter evenings.
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Of course, it would be possible to finish all business in October, when the sun began to leave the horizon earlier, and begin to be deservedly lazy, but nevertheless it is better to finally work hard in November, in order to surely complete everything at once, and then safely leave for the winter "holiday". But, of course, there are still some concerns.
10 most important gardening chores in November
1. Preparing the compost pit for winter
Before severe frosts begin, you should shovel the existing organic fertilizers, sprinkle them with water and manure. After that, it is necessary to thoroughly insulate the pit with branches and an earthen layer of 40 centimeters. The resulting pile should be covered with sawdust, foliage, or other suitable material. Or you can put them in warm trenches.
2. Greenhouse processing
After harvesting the last crop this year, the greenhouse should be well processed. Thoroughly disinfect the structure of the structure, all racks and other elements with bleach 4% lime. It is important that everything is wiped carefully and neatly. Other solutions can also be used for processing. For example, caustic soda at the rate of 400 g per 10 liters of water. If the greenhouse leaks somewhere or has other breakdowns, repair it before closing it for the winter season.
3. Seed sorting
After all the seeds have been harvested, cleaned and dried, the smaller ones should be calibrated. This is done quite simply with an electrified plastic stick. To do this, spread the seeds on a sheet of paper with a thin layer, and then wipe the stick with a cloth rag. Small copies will stick to it by themselves, saving you from long and routine work.
4. Preparation of soil for seedlings
Even before severe cold weather sets in and the soil begins to freeze gradually, you should collect some soil for seedlings in that part of the garden where you plan to plant it in the future. This soil must be mixed with sawdust, sand or compost. The resulting substance must be stored in wooden boxes in the cellar or basement.
5. Sow some winter vegetables
Towards the end of November, do not forget about the winter sowing of frost-resistant vegetable varieties: beets, carrots, lettuce, radishes, dill and others. Do not choose areas where the wind comes well, on the contrary, select an area where it will be difficult for cold winds to penetrate, and opposite lighting will be good. After sowing, sprinkle dry soil on top, previously mixed with peat or sand (3 centimeters layer). Cover the planting with cut branches before the onset of snow.
6. Finish harvesting and harvesting cold-resistant crops
The Brussels sprouts and white cabbage that you planted this year is also time to remove from the beds. Late greens are also among these crops. If there are any remnants of vegetation left in the garden, then they should be disposed of so as not to leave a comfortable environment for pests. Otherwise, you will spend a lot of time and effort in the new year to get rid of pests.
7. The top layer of soil in the greenhouse should also be replaced.
If every year the sowing and growing of vegetables takes place in the same greenhouse, then it is imperative to change the top layer of the earth (about 7 centimeters) in the fall in order to avoid the occurrence of soil infections. And completely change the soil at least once every 5 years. The soil removed from the greenhouse can be scattered over the beds on which you will plant cabbage, onions and root vegetables in the future.
8. Onions can be grown at home
Don't waste your time. You can start planting onions, garlic, or chives at home in a small container of water or soil. In addition to these crops, different types of greens can also be grown at home. This not particularly time-consuming task is suitable for all those who think about how to occupy themselves in the winter cold.
9. Analyze the condition of your vegetables
When all the work is done, take the time to check the condition of the crop: beets, cabbage, carrots and other fruits of labor. The storage temperature should not exceed 5 ° C, otherwise the room should be ventilated frequently. If you find a sign of infection on any vegetables, then they will have to be thrown away.
10. It is important to protect the crop from rodents
There should be bait with poison for pests in the store or nearby. These can be glue traps, traps, or other effective means to keep life from looking like honey to rodents. In the room, in no case should there be cracks and holes, if there are, then be sure to seal them tightly with materials of increased strength.
Do you know what work needs to be done in November at the dacha?
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