GET YOUR GARDEN SPRING READY

Put in the prep now, in both your garden and greenhouse, and you’ll reap the rewards later. Here are some essential cold-weather jobs.

IN THE GARDEN

★ Clean all your tools (including secateurs and hoes).

★ Sprinkle some fertiliser around shrubs and along the base of hedges.

★ Clear away soggy leaves from patios and decking.

★ Scrub any empty pots and seed trays ready for sowing.

★ Sort and clean canes and cloches.

IN THE GREENHOUSE

 Give the glazing a good wash.

 Tidy up, removing broken pots and debris that could hide unwanted guests.

 Improve the shading and heating ready for spring.

 If there are any sunny days, ventilate the greenhouse to avoid it getting too humid.