Many people decide to leave the garden to grow a little wild and unkempt during winter, as any jib can feel cold and wet during the coldest months of the year. But there are so many little jobs and tasks you can do over the winter to show a little love for the space.
Gardening in winter may not provide great returns, nor vibrant colours and a sanctuary to enjoy, and jobs may be more a case of protecting plants from the harsh weather. But the garden can still offer gentle satisfaction and be easier to manage come spring with a little winter TLC.
Winter gardening jobs
Regardless of the month or season, there is always something you can be doing in the garden to ensure it looks its best. While there are no strenuous jobs, they can be vital to the garden’s upkeep.
During December and January, you should be looking to complete general maintenance tasks and plan ahead for spring. Depending on what maintenance you did in autumn, you may need to check garden structures are secure, especially following Storms Arwen and Barra.
Make sure you have cleaned and iced your gardening tools to keep them in good shape and store them away from dampness and rain.
To avoid problems due to frost, you should also insulate your outdoor taps and prevent the top of your pond from freezing over.
Harvest any remaining root vegetables and use this time to transplant any trees and shrubs. It is also a great time to take hardwood cuttings.
As the days slowly become noticeably lighter in January, you can use the drier days to prune apple and pear trees, clean out plant pots, scatter worm casts on the lawn, check tubers of plants for signs of rot, and plan your vegetable garden for plant rotation in spring.
It is also a great time to replant your Christmas tree or recycle it and use the remains for mulch in your garden.
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