Horticulturalist offers tips for a "tidier, cleaner" finish on lawns in cold weather

A landscaping expert suggested getting a "cleaner, cleaner" lawn in the colder months.

The specialist asked gardeners to protect plants from severe frost and wild animals in winter.

A Homebase UK representative gave advice on how to get a "cleaner, cleaner" lawn in January Credit: Alamy

The Homebase UK representative said that with Christmas behind us, it would be the "perfect time" to go back into the garden and catch up on all of the work ahead.

The expert urged people not to throw their Christmas trees in the landfill as it was bad practice.

He said the tree is rotting and producing greenhouse gases, the Express said.

Instead, he suggested composting the tree and burning the other parts.

The green guru said that plants need protection from birds and the cold at this time of year and said that this can be done with bells or nets.

He said, "Protect your plants, especially cruciferous vegetables, from hungry birds with bluebells and nets."

When it comes to lawn maintenance, January is a good month to get in shape due to the softer soil.

"Level your lawn in a day of loose dirt for a cleaner, sharper finish," he said.

It's also time to plant eggplant, cabbage, leek, and cauliflower in indoor gardens. Bean and pea seeds can be planted outdoors.

And Jerusalem artichokes, Brussels sprouts, carrots, kale, leeks, parsnips and kohlrabi are ready for harvest.

The expert also reminded gardeners to leave food for wildlife, which often struggles at this time of year because grocery stores are sold out.

The expert said, "Take care of the birds visiting your garden by keeping the bird baths full and ice-free and feeding them a winter seed mix."

He also urged people to install a water tank "so that it can fill up by next spring".

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