
As the winter chill starts to give way to the first signs of spring, it's time to start thinking about what to plant and do in your garden in Scotland in February. With a little bit of care and attention, you can transform your outdoor space into a haven of beauty and wildlife.
February is the perfect time to start preparing your garden for the growing season ahead. First on the list is to tidy up the garden, removing any fallen leaves, dead stems and debris. This will help to keep pests and diseases at bay and create a clean and inviting environment for new growth.
Next, it's time to give your soil some love and attention. Now is the time to add organic matter, such as compost, to your soil to improve its structure and fertility. This will give your plants the best start in life and ensure that they grow to be healthy and strong.

If you're looking to add some new life to your garden, then now is the time to start planting your bulbs. February is the perfect time to plant daffodils, tulips, hyacinths and crocuses, as they will be ready to bloom just in time for spring. These bright and cheerful flowers will add a touch of colour to your garden and provide a much-needed boost after the long, dark winter months.
In addition to planting bulbs, February is also a great time to get started on any hard landscaping projects, such as building new paths, walls, or patios. The ground is often easier to work with when it's not frozen, and you can take advantage of the milder weather to get a head start on these projects. We have been working on a series of ponds to attract native frogs, newts, damselflies, beetles and dragonflies to the garden.
But don't forget about your existing plants and shrubs! Now is the time to prune back any overgrown shrubs or trees, which will encourage new growth and keep them looking their best. Just be sure to take care when using your tools, as you don't want to cause any damage to your plants.
February provides the perfect opportunity to get a head start on the growing season and make the most of the milder weather.
As Keats once wrote,
"A thing of beauty is a joy forever."
Your garden can be a source of beauty, joy and peace, and with a little bit of hard work and attention, you can create a space that will bring you happiness for years to come.
In conclusion, February is a fantastic time to start preparing your garden for the growing season ahead. From planting bulbs and tidying up the garden, to starting hard landscaping projects and pruning your shrubs, there are plenty of things you can do to get your outdoor space ready for spring. So, take advantage of the milder weather and get started today!
Here are some references for the information included in the blog post:
For tips on tidying up the garden in February, you could reference gardening guides such as the Royal Horticultural Society's "Month by Month Gardening" section (https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/month-by-month).
To learn more about adding organic matter to soil and improving soil fertility, you could consult resources such as the Gardeners' World website (https://www.gardenersworld.com/how-to/soil-and-compost/improve-soil-quality/) or the Scottish Government's "Gardening Scotland" guide (https://www.gardenscotland.com/growing-in-scotland/soil-and-composting/).
For information on planting bulbs in February, you could reference guides such as the "BBC Gardeners' World" magazine (https://www.bbcgardenersworld.com/plants/bulbs/planting-bulbs/) or the "Gardening Scotland" website (https://www.gardenscotland.com/growing-in-scotland/bulbs-in-scotland/).
To learn more about pruning shrubs and trees in February, you could consult resources such as the "Old Farmer's Almanac" (https://www.almanac.com/content/pruning-trees-and-shrubs) or the "Royal Horticultural Society" (https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?pid=869).
These are just a few resources to get you started, and there are many other reputable sources of information available online and in print.
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