02/01/2026
During the Winter in the UK, garden work focuses mainly on protection, tidying, structural repairs and planning ahead.
This is the ideal time to prepare the garden for Winter and get a head start on Spring.
SOFT LANDSCAPING
General Maintenance & Protection. Clear Leaves. Check Timber Structures for any damage. Protect Tender Plants. Insulate Taps and Pipes. Tidy Up Borders, Hedges and Trees. Prune & Harvest Fruit Trees. Cut back bush roses by one-third to one-half to prevent โwind rockโ.
HARD LANDSCAPING
Lay Patios, Paths and Driveways. Build Walls and Raised Beds. Install Fencing and Install Decking. Repair hard landscaping areas damaged by summer use. Install or improve drainage systems. Clear and Clean hard surfaces.
PLANNING AHEAD
Winter is an excellent time for planning and designing your garden, taking advantage of greater availability with contractors and getting everything ready to go, for when Spring arrives.