December
- Keep lawns, paths and borders free from any fallen leaves.
- Dig over new borders.
- Plant bare root roses, trees and shrubs.
- Check your greenhouse heating is working.
- Ventilate your greenhouse on warm sunny days.
- Plant trees and hedges.
- Clean and repair tools and tidy the shed.
- Wash all seed trays and pots so they are ready for spring.
- Protect vulnerable plants with fleece.
- Keep an area of the pond ice free by covering with boards.
- Plan your spring planting programme for next year.
- Order your garden related Christmas gifts.
- Enjoy the festivities and happy gardening for the year ahead.
- Sow mustard seed for green manure.
- Check stored bulbs and corns for rot.
