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in the shed over winterBuild log piles to provide winter hibernation sites for insects and small animalsCheck tree ties and loosen any that are too tightWrap insulation around outdoor taps and water pipesOrder bare-rooted hedging for winter plantingRepair

Clean and sharpen pruning toolsRepair and treat fencing and timber structures while climbing plants are dormantBring all watering equipment indoors, including hoses and sprinklersWrap insulation around outside taps and cut off the water supply

Work off Christmas excesses by digging over bare areas of groundPlace cloches over tender plants to give them extra protection from frostSharpen blades on hoes, secateurs and other garden tools, and wipe with an oily rag before storing awayDo a

or bubble polythene and they'll reward you with lush foliage next season.Clean and sharpen pruning tools Repair and treat fencing and timber structures Bring all watering equipment indoorsAround the gardenPrune wisteria sideshoots to 10-15cm from their base

regularly for the best results.More on lawn careLaying turf, with advice from Monty Don and Chris Beardshaw.Monty Don gives advice on renovating a lawnRepairing a lawn patchAdvice on lawn mower maintenanceBrowse a selection of grass varietiesView plants

.More on lawn careRenovating your lawn - video project with Monty DonImproving your lawn, with MontyLaying lawn turfRepairing a lawn patchBrowse a selection of grass varietiesView plants by soil type

-trodden areas of grass to keep the lawn looking at its best.More project ideas to enhance your gardenRepair a worn patch of grassAdd willow edging to bordersMake a raised bedMonty Don demonstrates how to make an alpine path and gravel bed in his video project

. And this won't prevent other moles from tunnelling into your garden.lawns, bordersall year roundMore lawn care adviceVideo advice on maintaining a healthy lawnHow to repair a lawn patchDealing with daisies on lawnsDealing with dog urine on lawns

condition - and you'll also save yourself some pennies when it comes to the annual service.Mow lawns and trim new edgesDig compost into borders to improve water retention Add copper rings to pots to protect plants from slugs and snailsAround the garden