Hopefully ye are all safe and well while this cold spell passes through.
The garden is well prepared for this weather and has layer of natural protection around and on top of most plants at this stage.
While we can’t be out in the garden at the moment we can certainly be getting prepared to start when the next nice spell of weather arrives.
Fruit trees are are one of the first to bud in spring but if you are hoping to improve your crop from last year use Winter wash this will protect against pest that lay eggs in your woody trees.These eggs hatch in spring to attack the tender new shoots and a bad infestation takes a toll on your fruit tree.
Having a tidy shed can make gardening alot easier. Take this time to clean your tools to preapre your pots and trays so they are ready to plant. This little bit of prep work will mean that you can get a good start to the gardening year.
To avoid a any damge, make sure to take your watering hose in from the cold for the next few days, this is the one thing I forget to do each year.
The birds are in need of our help with extra food this time of year finding fresh water. I leave a ball in my water fountain to avoid frozen water and its easy to remove in morning if its frosty.
Lots of bulbs are available now so if you didn’t get the chance, you can add them to your pots and watch them bloom.
The snowdrops are in flower already they have no issue with the cold. If you are like me and love having a natural aroma in the kitchen the hyacinth bulbs are budding with lovely lush colour. Also available are tete de tete, Muscari, Bluebells, Tulips with loads of colours to choose from. These can make a lovely gift arrangement also if you wanted something special.
Planning is key to so I like to do monthly suggestion for what I want to add potentially or rearrange.
Remember we currently have a special offer on bird food available in store.
Happy Planning for this January
