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February gardening tips
FEBRUARY is a typically wet and bitterly cold
month, but wildlife remains active.
Look for tracks in the snow created by birds, foxes
or even badgers.
Birds are getting ready for spring and the dawn
chorus begins to get in tune as birds begin to
defend their territory.
The bird table will remain busy, and you can watch
for birds in flight, such as geese heading north for
summer feeding grounds.
Look in the pond, as frogs, toads and newts begin
to emerge from hibernation and can be seen in
the water. The first spell of sunshine may attract
brimstone butterflies and the flowers start to show
in the form of catkins on hazel or alder.
Celandines, sweet violets and snow drops will light Here are a few helpful hints for this time of year:
the woodland floor and hopefully inspire similar * Plant seeds in pots on the kitchen window sill.
natural floral arrangements in the gardens. * Prune fruit trees, trees such as willow and roses.
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