Lots of us neglect our outdoor spaces and garden areas during the cold winter months when it is less appealing to be outdoors. This is an essential time for preparation work for the coming spring months.
There is always a fair amount of clearing up and tidying to do at this time of year. Dropped leaves and debris should be raked up and can be composted for use on the garden the subsequent year. Weed flowerbeds and remove as much of the roots as possible or they will be springing up again in no time. Take out all of the dead annuals and biannuals that are now finished with. Whilst you are weeding and tidying up, take time to rake and loosen the top soil around the perennials to improve growth and development.
Get your shrubs and trees in shape through trimming and pruning ready for new growth in the Spring.
If you are planning to put new flowerbeds in the winter is the ideal time to dig them out. Mix compost or manure into new beds immediately to give it time to break down and improve the soil. You will notice a huge difference in plant growth when you have given the garden soil some TLC. If you have a vegetable patch, this will also need to be turned over and prepared. Prepare it for new vegetables early so that it is ready to get planting when the frosts have gone. Work around any existing winter vegetables, they will also benefit from the addition of some compost on the areas around them.
If you crave a bit of colour to liven up the look of your garden at this time of year, then check out a garden centre for some inspiration. It is easy to make sure you have colour and interest in your garden throughout the year. There are a variety of stunning winter plants to choose from.
The Winter Jasmine and Honeysuckle are attractive shrubs which add interest with their delicate display of blooms. Pyracantha and Holly are also great choices of shrub. For a rapid splash of vibrant colour, look for Crocus, Narcissus or some delicate Iris blooms. Mix a selection of different Heathers together for an attractive look. If you are not sure about what would look best in your garden, seek advice from a member of staff at your local garden centre.
There is always a fair amount of clearing up and tidying to do at this time of year. Dropped leaves and debris should be raked up and can be composted for use on the garden the subsequent year. Weed flowerbeds and remove as much of the roots as possible or they will be springing up again in no time. Take out all of the dead annuals and biannuals that are now finished with. Whilst you are weeding and tidying up, take time to rake and loosen the top soil around the perennials to improve growth and development.
Get your shrubs and trees in shape through trimming and pruning ready for new growth in the Spring.
If you are planning to put new flowerbeds in the winter is the ideal time to dig them out. Mix compost or manure into new beds immediately to give it time to break down and improve the soil. You will notice a huge difference in plant growth when you have given the garden soil some TLC. If you have a vegetable patch, this will also need to be turned over and prepared. Prepare it for new vegetables early so that it is ready to get planting when the frosts have gone. Work around any existing winter vegetables, they will also benefit from the addition of some compost on the areas around them.
If you crave a bit of colour to liven up the look of your garden at this time of year, then check out a garden centre for some inspiration. It is easy to make sure you have colour and interest in your garden throughout the year. There are a variety of stunning winter plants to choose from.
The Winter Jasmine and Honeysuckle are attractive shrubs which add interest with their delicate display of blooms. Pyracantha and Holly are also great choices of shrub. For a rapid splash of vibrant colour, look for Crocus, Narcissus or some delicate Iris blooms. Mix a selection of different Heathers together for an attractive look. If you are not sure about what would look best in your garden, seek advice from a member of staff at your local garden centre.
About the Author:
Laurel Hedge. Greenshutters Evergreen Hedging Tree Nursery, with a Garden Centre based near Taunton, Somerset has been growing trees and evergreen hedges on the nursery, including leylandii, laurel & evergreen shrubs since 1980. Laurel Hedging
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