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If your green fingers are itching and you're craving some time outdoors, there's still plenty to do in the garden during the winter months.
- Appreciate evergreens. ...
- Plant bare-root plants. ...
- Enjoy winter flowers and scent. ...
- Tidy up. ...
- Attract wildlife. ...
- Make the most of your greenhouse. ...
- Plant winter containers.
- What do you do to your garden in the winter?
- How do I prepare my garden for winter UK?
- What can I grow in my garden during the winter?
- What can I plant in winter UK?
What do you do to your garden in the winter?
10 Tasks to Keep Your Garden Growing this Winter
- Pre-order seeds, bulbs and plants for spring. ...
- Design a new garden bed, path or feature. ...
- Organize your shed or garage.
- Sharpen and oil your tools. ...
- Check stored bulbs and tubers for mold and moisture. ...
- Water any containerized plants you are overwintering outdoors under cover.
How do I prepare my garden for winter UK?
Top 10 autumn tips to prepare your garden for winter
- Scrub off shade paint. Give greenhouse windows a thorough clean. ...
- Autumn clean. Leave no place for pests to hide. ...
- Tidy up borders. Spend some time on your borders. ...
- Lawn enforcement. Deal with moss. ...
- Make leaf mould. ...
- Clear out compost bins. ...
- Plant evergreens. ...
- Lift tender species.
What can I grow in my garden during the winter?
There are plenty of edibles that you can plant in wintertime, including garlic, leeks, onions, radishes, lettuce, peas, potatoes, chard, spinach, rhubarb, and other leafy greens such as bok choy and kale. If you've already planted these yummy treats, then you can harvest them straight through winter.
What can I plant in winter UK?
Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbages, kale, leeks and parsnips are hardy vegetables and will stand through the winter. Leafy crops such as chard, parsley and rocket should also over-winter with a little protection.
