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Grow hippeastrum
The huge trumpet flowers of hippeastrum, often called amaryllis, are sure to brighten up the dark days of winter. You might get one as a Christmas gift, but it's also worth treating yourself to one (or more!) of the massive bulbs which are available in a wide range of colours. And they couldn't be easier to grow.
Takes just: 10 minutes
Flowers
- Clear away annual climbers
- Pick seedheads and evergreen foliage
- Move tubs of shrubs or winter bedding to a sheltered spot
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Fruit and veg
- Make a composting trench to enrich soil
- Make compost from spent crops
- Dig over vacant areas
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Greenhouse
- Keep potted herbs on the staging to crop over winter
- Move potted bulbs into the greenhouse to develop
- Clear out old crops and growing bags
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Around the garden
- Cover soil with polythene sheets to keep it dry
- Keep your Christmas tree outside in a bucket of water
- Wash cloches and cold frames
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