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GARDEN

WINTER FOR SOCIALISING FOR GROWING YOUR OWN FOOD
It might be getting colder but that doesn’t mean you
Don’t let your vegetable patch go unused
GARDEN TIPS have to stop using your garden for socialising as a all winter! There are lots of foods that can
household, or even enjoying your coffee in the morning. be sown in the autumn to grow during the
Here are some tips on preparing the winter. Onions and garlic are easy to grow
outdoor space of your home so that during winter, but they do have a long
you can make the most of it during If you haven’t already, it may be worth investing in growing time and won’t be ready until
the colder months. some sturdy garden furniture which is fit to weather all
seasons. Or alternatively some light foldable furniture next summer.
that can be easily stored away after use. For those
looking for more shelter in their garden, a gazebo or Broad beans and peas can also be sown
pergola to protect you from the rain could be a good in autumn to be ready for spring. While
purchase. certain types of carrot can be planted as
early as November so you can get an early
Most importantly, make sure you wrap up warm. You spring batch. And for plants that can be
should stock up on some blankets to keep everyone harvested during the winter, try perpetual
cosy. And don’t forget a hot cup of tea, coffee or hot spinach, winter salads such as lambs
chocolate can work wonders in the cold. Pick up some lettuce, and pak choi.
flasks or camping mugs to stop them getting cold too
quickly. FOR SOME COLOUR
Autumn is a great time to fill your garden
with winter bedding plants to provide a
splash of colour during the cooler months.
Try some bright pansies, violas, primroses
and heather.

If you’re not too worried about how it will
look during winter, then planting bulbs
from October to December will also help
to ensure your garden is bursting with
colour from the spring months.

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