
What to do in the Garden in December
December is a quiet but important month in the garden, focusing on
protection, maintenance, and planning for the year ahead.
Frost Protection
With frost and potentially snow setting in, tender plants should be wrapped in
fleece or moved to sheltered areas, while mulching around plant bases helps
insulate roots from the cold.
Cleaning
Keep clearing fallen leaves from paths and lawns to prevent slipping hazards
and rot.
Check stored tubers like dahlias for signs of rot and ensure they remain dry.
Pruning
KEvergreen shrubs and winter-flowering plants, such as hellebores, can have
their untidy leaves removed so you can see all their beautiful flowers.
It's also a great time to prune dormant trees and shrubs, except for those that
flower in spring.
Birds
Keep bird feeders topped up with food and water to support wildlife during
the colder months.
Tips
Indoors, you can start forcing bulbs like hyacinths and amaryllis for festive
blooms.
With shorter days and less to do outside, December is the perfect time to plan
next year's garden, browse seed catalogues and reflect on the successes of the
past growing season.
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