{"id":20280,"date":"2022-12-16T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-16T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moowy.co.uk\/?p=20280"},"modified":"2023-02-01T21:06:44","modified_gmt":"2023-02-01T21:06:44","slug":"6-winter-gardening-tips-to-keep-your-garden-thriving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moowy.co.uk\/6-winter-gardening-tips-to-keep-your-garden-thriving\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Winter Gardening Tips to Keep Your Garden Thriving this Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u200dWinter can be a difficult time for gardeners, especially those with outdoor gardens. The cold temperatures and lack of sunlight can cause even the most resilient plants to give up. Check out our winter gardening tips to help keep your garden thriving while the temperatures drop. <\/p>

Fortunately, there are some simple steps that you can take to make sure that your garden can thrive during the winter season.<\/p>

In this article, I’ll discuss six of the most effective ways to keep your outdoor garden thriving during the winter so you can enjoy beautiful blooms and lush foliage all year round. From selecting the right plants to protecting your garden from the elements, these tips will help you keep your garden looking great and growing strong.<\/p>

So, grab your gardening gloves, and let’s get started!<\/p>

Winter gardening tips #1: The Right Plants for Winter Gardening<\/h2>
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Winter blooms – Photo by Schwoaze on Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>

Before you even think about protecting your garden from the cold, you’ll need to select the right plants capable of surviving the winter weather.<\/p>

Consider the following factors when choosing plants for your winter garden.<\/p>

Climate<\/h3>

The first thing you’ll need to consider is the climate of your garden. Certain plants thrive in different climates, and some gardens have distinct ecosystems. For example, my garden is shaded on one side, so spring appears to arrive a couple of weeks later in my back garden than in my front garden.<\/p>

So, if you are growing your garden in a climate that experiences cold winters, you’ll need to select plants that can withstand the cold temperatures.<\/p>

However, the UK generally doesn’t get extremely<\/em> cold – we rarely drop more than -5\u00baC. This gives us more options when selecting plants that can withstand the winter weather.<\/p>

Light Needs<\/h3>

Along with the climate, you’ll also need to consider the daylight needs<\/em> of the plants you plan to grow in your garden.<\/p>

Plants that require full sun won’t grow during the winter months since there isn’t enough sunlight to sustain them.<\/p>

So, choose winter-hardy plants, such as:<\/p>