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January Gardening To-Do List

January Gardening To-Do List

By Andrew Tweddle on 6th January, 2012

With the Christmas period well and truly over, and with routines beginning to return to normal, it is now the perfect time to get back in the garden. While you may not be able to be too creative in the cold weather, there are still many important jobs that need doing to keep your garden in top condition. Here are a few jobs to help you get started:

Recycle your Christmas tree.

If you’ve used a real Christmas tree, whether inside or out, you can ensure that it keeps on giving for just a little bit longer, by recycling it. If you have access to a shredder (some garden centres and local councils have facilities available), you can shred your Christmas tree into mulch for your flower beds.

Make preparations and adjustments for high winds.

People in certain parts of Scotland have already experienced the recent gale-force winds, and may have seen damage to their garden in the process. Throughout January, many parts of the country will likely see high winds at some point and should take appropriate measures. If any of your plants or trees becomes damaged by the wind, you should remove the damaged branches. Check the weather forecast regularly, and try to take pre-emptive measures by removing any plants or garden decoration that is likely to be damaged by high winds.

Keep providing food for birds.

Even though temperatures have been relatively mild compared to last year, January is still the coldest and harshest month of the year, so you should still try to put food and water out for the birds in your garden. Black sunflower seeds, nyjer seeds and peanuts are all suitable food for most birds you are likely to see in your garden.

Start growing certain plants.

January can be a difficult month for many plants, but there is a selection of plants and flowers that are suited to being planted in January. Hazel, alder, snowdrops and Algerian iris are all fine to plant in January, and with due care and attention you will start to see results in early spring.

Whether we see any widespread snow, or just the occasional ground frost, January is always a beautiful time of year. Enjoying the sights and sounds from your Decorated Shed garden office can be a relaxing way to spend part of your day, particularly in the mornings and evenings. Plus, the excellent level of insulation in Every Decorated Shed garden office allows you to stay warm and comfortable, even if the weather outside is less than appealing.


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