Flowers garden job checklist - week 5

28 - 3 February 2013

It's time to...

Cut down willows and dogwoods to their base to promote strong new canes
Finish taking hardwood cuttings from shrubs, trees and roses
Plant bare-root roses, hedging, trees and shrubs
Pick off hellebore leaves with black blotches as this is a symptom of leaf spot disease
Prune wall climbers away from window frames and gutters
Lift and divide congested snowdrops when in leaf, also known as 'in the green'
Prepare plant supports ready to pop into position to support tall or floppy perennials, such as delphiniums
Prune roses and buddleia during mild weather but complete by the end of February