All this has led to a lot of first-time gardening. And some of us don’t have a clue what we’re doing, especially in the colder months.are dormant in the winter. This means there’s much less weeding to do, which is a relief for newbie gardeners. But it also means that you have to choose what you plant carefully, and look after anything that’s already growing.
Between November and March is the best time to prune any roses or fruit trees that might already grow in the garden. These fruit trees, known as bare-root trees, can also be planted in early winter – just avoid planting them when it’s frosty. You might not think you have the space to grow veg, but where there’s a will there’s a way. Even if you only have a patio, balcony or windowsill, you can grow vegetables like lettuce and carrots in pots, or potatoes and mushrooms in bags of soil .
Short on space? Why not try a vertical garden, which involves hanging planting pots on top of each other on the wall. If you’ve got a south-facing wall it’s even better, for growing Mediterranean veg like tomatoes, courgettes and aubergines come springtime.There are plenty of plants that flower in the colder months, brightening up your outside space with a splash of colour.