Our team at Jamesons Groundcare would like to wish all of our customers a very Happy New Year! We hope you had an absolutely fantastic festive period and were able to spend time with family and friends. As we enter the new year, you may be thinking “what should I be doing with my garden in January?” If this question has crossed your mind, you needn’t worry! In this blog we will be discussing some of our favourite tips and advice for gardening in the height of winter.
Grounds Maintenance
During the winter months, your outdoor space will start to gather an abundance of debris and leaves which you can rake up during January to keep borders tidy. This time of year is also the ideal time to cut back and remove debris from tubs and containers. During winter, it is important to remember that tender plants that can’t be left outside should ideally be taken into a greenhouse or conservatory if they haven’t already.
What to Plant?
The arrival of 2023 brings with it the opportunity to sow seeds indoors for the year ahead. Patience is very important when sowing seeds early in the year. Low light levels and high indoor temperatures can sometimes lead to various issues, but they can be prevented by thoroughly cleaning everything that will come into contact with seeds or seedlings. Some sowing and planting you can do in January include…
• Begonia
• Sweet peas
• Lily bulbs
• Chillies
• Aubergines
• Basil
• Geraniums
• Petunias
• Coleus
Pruned to Perfection
The main aim of winter pruning is to encourage vigour so that fruit trees are productive, and shrubs don’t outgrow their space. Winter months such as January are the perfect time to prune wisteria, rose bushes, rhododendrons, overgrown honeysuckle, apple & pear trees, currant plants, and gooseberries.
Planning Ahead
As we near the spring months, it is important to start planning ahead. There are many ways you can prepare your garden for spring including…
• Tidy up flower beds and borders
• Sow seeds that may need a longer season
• Remove any pesky garden pests
• Start collecting rainwater
• Clean out and wash your greenhouse
At Jamesons Groundcare we offer a range of outdoor services from grass mowing, tree care, hard landscaping and grounds maintenance in Darlington and the North East. With our multitude of services, we can help you ensure your gardens and outdoor space are looking perfect for any guest/ visitors you have arriving.
If you are looking for expert grounds maintenance in Darlington or the North East for your property, get your free quote today and we can help you to transform your outdoor space ready for whatever wintery conditions will be thrown at it.