Learn how to quickly and safely disinfect pruning tools using wipes, alcohol, bleach, or flame to protect your fruit trees from disease and ensure clean, healthy pruning cuts.
February jobs include seed sowing, cutting back winter debris, feeding soil, pruning shrubs, and early propagation. A greenhouse or polytunnel gives warmth, protection, and extended growing time, helping you start crops weeks ahead of outdoor schedules....
Prune apple trees in winter using the correct tool for each branch size, from secateurs to saws. Always sterilise blades using flame, bleach, wipes or isopropyl alcohol. Remove dead, crossing and inward branches, then shape to an open goblet. Clean, sharp...
On mild February days, divide established perennials to rejuvenate plants and create extras. Heuchera, hosta, daylilies, and more respond brilliantly with simple tools and good aftercare.
Sow sweet peas now for deep root systems and earlier blooms. Use tall cells or root trainers, keep cool and bright, and pinch to encourage bushiness.
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2026 gardening is all about climate‑resilient planting, wildlife‑friendly gardens, tabletop veg and purposeful design. Even in January, you can start seeds indoors, prep borders, choose drought‑tolerant plants and plan pollinator‑friendly layouts. These...
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From 2026, peat‑free gardening will become the new normal across the UK. With RHS shifts, industry changes, and wider environmental urgency, gardeners need to understand how to adapt. This guide explains why peat‑free matters, what’s changing, and how...
