The Gardener's Almanac

Overview ; Happy New Year

 

 

Normally there is not a lot to be done in the Ornamental garden at this time of the year other than to keep it free from wind blown detritus.

 

Week No. 1 - 1st to 7th

 

• Cover tender plants that can not be moved with a few layers of agricultural fleece to protect them from frosts.

 

• Loosely tie Cortaderia leaves together and spread bracken / straw around the base of the plant/s

 

Week No. 2 - 8th to 14th

 

• Clear away old fronds from the crowns of hardy ferns.

 

• Check recently planted ferns to ensure that they have not been dislodged by rain / frost, and 'firm in' if necessary.

 

Week No. 3 - 15th to 21st

 

• Lift any self-seeded perennials and re-plant in a preferred location.

 

Week No. 4 - 22nd to 28th

 

• Carefully loosen soil in beds containing spring bulbs and fork in a general fertilser.