Flowers:

• Start sowing hardy annuals indoors for early spring blooms.
• Prune late-flowering clematis back to healthy buds, about 30cm above ground level.
• Check winter-flowering shrubs and trim back if necessary after flowering.
• Remove dead and decaying foliage from around emerging spring bulbs.
• Plan and order summer-flowering bulbs and seeds for planting.

Fruit and Vegetables:

• Begin chitting early potatoes indoors to encourage sprouting before planting.
• Prune raspberry canes, removing any weak or damaged growth.
• Inspect stored fruits and vegetables, discarding any showing signs of spoilage.
• Order vegetable seeds for the upcoming growing season.
• If soil conditions allow, prepare vegetable beds by adding compost and turning the soil.

Greenhouse:

• Sow early tomatoes, peppers, and aubergines indoors for later transplanting.
• Check overwintering plants for pests and diseases, taking necessary action.
• Start feeding citrus plants as they come into growth.

Garden Maintenance:

• Continue providing food and water for birds, especially during colder weather.
• Repair any damaged garden structures, such as fences or trellises.
• Begin planning and sketching out any changes or additions to the garden layout for the upcoming season.
• Check garden tools and equipment for maintenance needs, sharpen blades, and oil moving parts.

General:

• Monitor weather forecasts and protect tender plants in case of late frosts.
• Start thinking about and planning any early spring projects, such as creating new flower beds or installing garden features.