February

• Order seeds from catalogues or plan some garden projects.
   
• Shake snow form small shrubs and trees after storms.
   
• Planning can be started of the ornamental layout of annual and biennial plants, to complement existing perennials.
   
• Prepare for the spring by sharpening your tools, tuning up your equipment and buy new supplies.
   
• Check for any heathers that may have been lifted by frost and firm where required. Heathers may be planted in mild weather.
   
• Rose bushes which have been loosened by wind can be tied and the soil firmed around the base. Rose beds can be prepared for planting in early and mid spring.
   
• Check for your gardens for winter damage.