January 2024

  • Getting Your Garden Ready for Spring: Why February Matters

    If you want your garden looking fantastic by April, February is when it really starts. This is the month where preparation saves time, money, and effort later on. Why February is so important Smart February jobs Want your garden spring-ready without the stress? Project Garden can plan and deliver your spring reset from February onwards.

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  • What to Plant and Sow in February

    February may feel early, but it’s actually a great month to start planting and sowing — especially under cover. What to sow indoors or in a greenhouse What to plant outdoors (weather permitting) Tips for success Want help setting up your veg patch or planting scheme? Project Garden can prepare beds, plant hedging, and get…

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  • February Lawn Care: How to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring

    Your lawn may look quiet in February, but what you do now can make a huge difference to how it performs in spring and summer. February lawn care essentials 1. Clear debris Remove fallen leaves, sticks, and moss so the lawn can breathe and dry out. 2. Improve drainage Spike compacted or waterlogged areas with…

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  • Pruning in February: What to Cut Back Before Spring

    February is one of the best months for pruning in the UK. Many plants are still dormant, but spring growth is just around the corner — making this the perfect window to shape, tidy, and rejuvenate. What to prune in February What not to prune yet Why February pruning matters Unsure what needs pruning and…

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  • Your Essential February Garden Checklist

    February is a turning point in the garden. Winter hasn’t quite loosened its grip, but signs of spring are starting to appear. This is the month to prepare, prune, and plan, so you’re ready to hit the ground running in March. Key jobs for February 1. Prune shrubs and roses 2. Tidy borders and beds…

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  • The Enchanted Vine: Project Garden’s Complete Guide to Wisteria

    The Enchanted Vine: Project Garden’s Complete Guide to Wisteria Wisteria is one of those plants that makes people stop in their tracks. When it’s in full swing, it’s pure cottage-garden magic — long drapes of flowers, that sweet perfume in the air, and bees absolutely loving life. But (and it’s a big but) wisteria is…

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  • Removing Bamboo that’s run wild

    Get yourself a mattock, the old boy said. 1) Dig-out (fastest “finish it properly” method) 2) Repeated cutting / mowing (slow but effective) 3) Professional removal (when access/extent is big) Disposal (important) Weedkiller? What damage can out-of-control bamboo do? RHS summary (useful for client comms): Practical examples you will see on jobs: Can it damage…

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  • Why is bamboo coming in for a bad rap? 

    Often, the conversation with a new client starts with ‘ We inherited this bamboo when we bought the house, but now our neighbours have asked us to get it under control.’ It’s usually from this point that a forensic investigation of the plant root system leads to trying to remove the plant in full. Chemicals…

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  • Winter Garden Safety: Paths, Patios, Decking and Driveways in January

    January is peak season for slippery surfaces. Moss, algae, frost and leaf litter can turn patios, decking and driveways into hazards. Why winter surfaces get slippery Simple fixes you can do now When to consider a professional clean If surfaces stay green and slick even after sweeping, a careful clean can make a big difference…

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  • Planning Spring Planting: What to Do in January for a Better Garden

    January is the best month to plan planting because the garden is quiet — and you can see structure clearly. A little planning now saves money and avoids “random plant syndrome” later. Step 1: decide your garden goals Pick 2–3 priorities: Step 2: map the garden quickly You don’t need a fancy plan — just…

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  • Getting Your Garden Ready for Spring: Why February Matters

    If you want your garden looking fantastic by April, February is when it really starts. This is the month where preparation saves time, money, and effort later on. Why February is so important Smart February jobs Want your garden spring-ready without the stress? Project Garden can plan and deliver your spring reset from February onwards.

  • What to Plant and Sow in February

    February may feel early, but it’s actually a great month to start planting and sowing — especially under cover. What to sow indoors or in a greenhouse What to plant outdoors (weather permitting) Tips for success Want help setting up your veg patch or planting scheme? Project Garden can prepare beds, plant hedging, and get…

  • February Lawn Care: How to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring

    Your lawn may look quiet in February, but what you do now can make a huge difference to how it performs in spring and summer. February lawn care essentials 1. Clear debris Remove fallen leaves, sticks, and moss so the lawn can breathe and dry out. 2. Improve drainage Spike compacted or waterlogged areas with…