Things to do in the garden in February
Things to do in the garden in February
In February the weather is still very much wintery but the days are beginning to lengthen and Spring is on its way. This is the perfect time to finish off any Winter garden jobs and prepare the garden for Spring.
Feritilisers
Spread in fertilisers
Plant
Plant out shallots & onions
Propagate
Start greenhouse tomatoes indoors
What To Prune
Prune rose bushes, Clematis, Wisteria, Winter Jasmine & Hydrangeas
Plan Ahead
Plan ahead for growing season. Start considering where new plants will go, tidy your shed and make a list of maintenance that needs doing.
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Lawn care in February & March
February and march are either a continuation of winter lawn maintenance, or if the weather is warm towards the March more work can be begun to give your lawn the best chance to grow in the spring.
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Pruning in February
Now is a perfect time for a bit of pruning, here's our checklist on what to prune this month.
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Planning for the growing season
February is the perfect time to start planning ahead for the growing season, the days are beginning to lengthen, seasonal items are becoming available and some jobs can be started off indoors.
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Wild bird care in February
In February male birds are beginning to mark out their territories ready for mating and nesting season. In colder weather wild birds need extra energy just to keep warm and natural food can be in short supply, particularly if there are deep frosts or snow.
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Caring for wildlife in February
Most wildlife will still be hibernating but some hedgehogs and bumblebees will emerge early if the weather is warmer. They will have gone without food over the winter and be very hungry. If you want to attract more wildlife to your garden then now is the perfect time to prepare habitats for them ready for when they emerge from hibernation.
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