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THINGS TO DO IN JANUARY

COOL & TEMPERATE

VEGIES

It can still be cool in the shade but things are warmer out in the garden. That’s your cue to put in some leeks, lettuce, spring onions and zucchini. If cucurbits are failing to form fruit, hand pollination can work.

Heat stress can be a thing at this time so consider shade screens, which also act as shelter from hot winds. In the event of a heatwave, move sun-sensitive potted plants into shady spots well away from reflective walls.

If it’s not too hot, you could

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