Around the garden job checklist - week 9

25 - 3 March 2013

It's time to...

Spread a layer of manure or compost around roses and shrubs
Prepare areas for laying new lawns in spring, digging over, weeding and enriching the soil
Be on the look out for slugs and snails, which will attack emerging shoots of perennials
Regularly remove weeds by hand or use a hoe if conditions are dry
Maintain mowers and check garden machinery is in good working order and ready for the season ahead
Look out for compost bargains at garden centres so you'll have all you need for spring sowing and potting