Your garden in January
In January, not only gardens in Stockport and Bramhall but all over the country need protecting from frosts, gale-force winds and heavy rain. Check stakes, ties, fleeces and other supports for damage and consider moving plants to sunnier positions to maximize light. Don't forget to keep feeding the birds, food is scarce for them over winter. You can also start planning next year's vegetable plot.
Recycle your Christmas tree by shredding it for mulch
Ventilate the greenhouse on sunny days
Dig over any vacant plots that have not been dug already
Repair and re-shape lawn edges
Inspect stored tubers of Dahlia, Begonia and Canna for rots or drying out
Prune apple and pear trees
Start forcing rhubarb
Plan your vegetable crop rotations for the coming season
Keep putting out food and water for hungry birds
Prepare a polythene shelter for outdoor peaches and nectarines, to protect them from peach leaf curl
If you need assistance with any of your garden maintenance, please do not hesitate to contact us here
