The UK has been enduring a chilly blast this week, with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across parts of northern England, Scotland , north Wales, the north Midlands and Northern Ireland. Households were hit with 20cm of snow in certain areas . As temperatures take a nosedive, it might seem like time to stash away your gardening tools until spring's return.
However, green-fingered enthusiasts might be surprised to hear that there are still some crucial tasks to tick off before winter fully takes hold. Gardening experts point out that November is prime time for garden maintenance such as tidying, pruning, and planting to ensure your garden weathers the cold months ahead. One top tip from the experts is to clear leaves and debris from lawns and then use this natural waste to cover flower beds.
This not only insulates the soil against freezing conditions but also provides a cosy haven for wildlife, reports the Express . Jamie Shipley, a gardening whizz at Hedges Direct , advises: "Clear up leaves and debris from lawns - while this may feel like an endless task, keeping on top of it will keep lawns free of the smothering effects of decomposing material. "However, instead of completely removing the leaves I recommend raking them from your lawn and paved areas onto your flower beds.
The fallen foliage is actually a great heat insulator and will protect soil from becoming frozen in future cold snaps this winter. Wildlife also love leaf bundles as they.
