When winter is coming it’s a good idea to start preparing your garden for the colder months ahead. While you may not be able to sit out and bask in the summer sun, there’s still many ways you can use your garden in winter.
Here, you’ll discover how to utilise your garden in the cold winter months.
Add a little colour to the garden
Just because it’s a little colder, it doesn’t mean you can’t grow anything in the garden. In fact, there’s certain types of plants and flowers which thrive in the colder months. Why not invest in some winter based plants and really brighten up the garden this winter?
From winter aconite to red barked dogwood, there’s plenty of awesome colourful plants you can add to the garden. Do a little research and see which ones you prefer and how to grow them. You might have to be quick, some flowers and plants may need to be planted now in order to bloom in winter.
Invest in a polytunnel
Even plants which require a warmer climate can still be grown throughout winter. All you need is a polytunnel and you can grow a wide range of different plants. You could even grow your own winter veg.
Onions, garlic and broad beans can all be grown outdoors in the colder months. However, if you want to grow vegetables such as carrots and winter salads, they’re best grown in a greenhouse or polytunnel.
If you do decide to grow your own vegetables, you’ll need to ensure you invest in a high-quality polytunnel. Cheap variations aren’t going to provide the right amount of protection and they’re also not going to be as durable, so do make sure you’re buying from a reliable company.
Make use of the autumn leaves
One of the biggest frustrations you face in the colder months, is the amount of leaves which gather in the garden. However, did you know you can use these leaves to create leaf mould?
Leaf mould is basically decomposed leaves and it contains plenty of nutrients which can help poor quality soil. Simply wait until the leaves have decomposed, then mix them into your garden’s soil.
There are numerous of ways you can utilise your garden this winter. The above are just a few of the best. Remember, if you are going to attempt to grow anything, it’s worth doing as much research as possible before you start to ensure your success.
