Things to think about this winter in your garden

Wildlife: Many of us already feed birds during winter, but how can we make sure our gardens offer natural food sources throughout the year and attract a variety of wildlife to our doorstep? Simple changes, like adding bird feeders and planting more berrying or winter flowering shrubs, can make a big difference.

Get your tools ready: winter is the perfect time to check on your tools and equipment for the year ahead. Take a look at your stakes, netting, compost, seeds, labels, and any other items you’ll need for the upcoming seasons.

Make repairs: It’s a great time to do any repairs to greenhouses, fencing, netting, cold frames, and more—ensuring everything is ready as soon as the weather warms up.

Clean and sharpen tools: Take a moment to clean and sharpen your gardening tools so they’re in top condition when it’s time to start working again.

Tidy up your space: Clear and tidy your greenhouse, shed, and cold frames. A little organisation now will make the coming months much easier. The early new year is a perfect time to think about any changes you may want to make this year. Why not plan for the future now?

Continue with maintenance: Keep up the weeding, and mulching. We have some great tips on our YouTube channel to help you with mulching and other winter tasks.

Plant bare-root plants: It’s a great time to plant bare-root plants, and we’ve got helpful advice on our YouTube channel to guide you through this process

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