Lawn Maintenance Tips for December Avoid walking on lawn areas if they have become soggy, to prevent soil compaction. When the weather
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Greenhouse Care Ventilate on bright days to allow drying of the air. Ensure a frost protection heater is working to prevent damage
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Pruning and Planting Prune fruit trees such as apple and pear trees, as well as blackcurrant bushes and raspberries, if not done
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Planting and Transplanting Plant wallflowers, pansies, and bachelors buttons in pots if not already done. Plant any remaining spring bulbs, even though
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Planting and Transplanting Plant roses, both bush roses and climbers of all kinds. Plant bare-root deciduous trees, hedging, and shrubs during dry
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Mowing and Trimming Grass growth slows considerably, but occasional mowing is still beneficial if the soil is not too wet. Trim lawn
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Cleaning and Tidying Remove all debris, dead plants, and check for pests such as greenflies, scale insects, and snails. Clean pots, trays,
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Planting Fruit Trees and Bushes Plant fruit trees and bushes if the soil is not too wet; if it is, wait for
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Planting and Lifting Bulbs Spring bulbs should be in the ground by now; plant any remaining bulbs, especially tulips, which can be
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Planting and Transplanting Prepare ground for planting trees and shrubs, including hedging, if not already done. Plant evergreens and pot-grown deciduous trees
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Moss Control If moss was a problem last winter and spring, use sulphate of iron to knock it back before the wet
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Greenhouse Cleanup and Maintenance Remove old plants and tidy up all greenhouse debris and weeds to leave it neat and clean. Water
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