WHAT TO DO THIS WEEK

JOBS this time of the year are very weather dependent. If you’ve had flooding, you’re probably best staying indoors because pathways are slippery and soil shouldn’t be worked on when it’s sodden.

HOWEVER, if you’re itching for gardening work, then it’s time for apple and pear pruning. Cherries and plums shouldn’t be touched during winter as this will leave them vulnerable to silver leaf fungus. Apply grease bands to the

HARVEST leeks, parsnips, winter cabbages and sprouts and enjoy homegrown produce on Christmas Day.