As the last of the leaves fall and the temperatures begin to dip, it's time to finish off essential autumn tasks, plant for spring, and prepare your garden to stand strong through winter. Here’s your November gardening guide, full of colour, care, and seasonal charm. And we’re delighted to invite you to the Grand Launch of our new Garden & Lifestyle Destination Centre at Horkans Castlebar on Friday, 22nd November at 10am. It’s going to be a wonderful day of celebration, and we’d love for you to join us.

November Gardening Tips

• In November, it’s time to settle the garden for winter. Start by trimming back any perennials that look tired or messy. Cutting them now keeps things tidy and helps prevent disease in spring.
• Once you’ve cleared your beds, spread a layer of compost or well-rotted manure around shrubs, roses and perennials. It feeds the soil and keeps the roots snug through the cold months.
• If you’d like less weeding next year, lay down bark mulch or a weed control mulch now. It helps keep weeds away and locks in moisture for healthier soil.
• November is the perfect time for planting bare-root hedging while the soil still holds warmth. It helps the roots settle before the deeper frosts arrive.
• Reliable options include laurel, holly or a mixed native hedge. They give lovely privacy, shelter for the birds and long-lasting structure for your garden.
• After planting, gently firm the soil around the roots with your foot and water well. Even in cool weather, new hedging appreciates that first good soak.
• Keep a roll of plant fleece by the door for those frosty nights. Drape it over tender plants, young shrubs or patio pots to protect them from frost damage.
• Lift the fleece off during the day so your plants can breathe and soak up the light. A little care now will make sure everything bounces back beautifully come spring.

November Plant Picks

Grand Launch

The season of sparkle begins!