A FLOURISHING START TO OUR THIRD YEAR AT Humber Bridge Garden Centre

January

Planning & Pruning

January is the month of reflection and planning. Take time to review your garden’s layout, assess what worked last year, and plan new additions. It’s also an excellent time for pruning deciduous trees and shrubs, shaping them for the season ahead.

• Plant Garlic cloves in pots ready to transplant later

• Order see potatoes

• Prepare ground for Asparagus

• Prepare Fruit trees and canes

• Remove fallen leaves from the borders

• Cut down and compost the annuals

• Take hardwood cuttings of shrubs & fruit trees

The New Year is always a busy time for the Humber Bridge Garden Centre and we are looking forward to approaching the start of our third year with lots happening.

The beginning of the year sees the planning of all that we will be doing throughout 2024, not least planning and buying for next Christmas which takes place early in January!

With Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and Easter all before the end of March this year, we are all prepared in the Food Hall, Garden Centre and plans are afoot in the restaurant. Keep an eye on our socials for all that is happening and new stock arriving.

Construction will start for further covered seating on our terrace at The Old Tile Works Restaurant overlooking the lake, to give better protection against the elements but without detracting from our beautiful surroundings. New menus will be launched for Spring and even if not eating with us, it is such a great location to stop for coffee, to meet friends and take a walk along the estuary.

We have a great team of very knowledgeable staff in the outdoor area of the garden centre. always on hand to help with any questions and give guidance as to what you should be doing in your garden. Do not hesitate to ask their advice and adjacent we have a few tips to help you through those early months of the year.

February

Early Birds

While winter still holds its grip, you can start sowing seeds indoors. Get a head start on your spring vegetables, herbs, and annual flowers. By the time warmer weather arrives, your seedlings will be ready to transplant outdoors.

• Remove fallen leaves from the borders

• Take hardwood cuttings of shrubs & fruit trees

• Continue planting bare-root Roses

• Plant bare-root ornamental and fruit trees, soft fruit and hedging plants

• Check the fruit stores for rotting fruit