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Best Plants and Shrubs for February
Winter flowering Honeysuckle
This may not be the worlds showiest shrub, but it has one of the very best perfumes of all shrubs. This is Winter flowering Honeysuckle, Latin name Lonicera fragrantissim.
If you like winter interest and fragrance, find a garden center which has this shrub on sale and in bloom and you will not be disappointed.
Plant summer bulbs
If you are looking forward to a summer display of dazzling Dahlia and Lilies you need to check out planting summer bulbs now.
Plant only during a mild spell and follow the advice on February's Gardening Page.
Check out blog article planting and sowing in February.
Seed now for summer
If you are intending to grow sweet peas to have a summer display, this is also the time of the year to sow sweet peas under glass and get them going early.
Sweet Peas are not difficult to grow from seed, and you can pick and grow your favourite varieties. This is one I grow every year Sweet pea 'High Scent' tips on growing Sweet Peas.
In the Kitchen Garden
Chillies need a long growing season which means it is best to get sowing early. Chillies also need heat and must be sown inside with plenty of warmth and light.
They can take up to 21 days to germinate - more tips on growing Chillies.
Gardening ideas and inspiration
Easy to grow Spring and Summer flowering plants, advice as to the best climbing and scented plants.
Ideas for the Best Evergreen shrubs, Spring and Summer Flowering shrubs and fast growing shrubs.
Advice on plants to attract bees and butterflies into your garden. Check out the 10 Best wildlife friendly plants and shrubs.
How to grow your own veg, including growing from seed and the best veg for growing in containers
A month by month guide with advice and top tips what to do in the garden each month. Seasonal monthly advice in the Sunday Gardener's Newsletter.
An easy step-by-step guide with illustrations on how to build a pond, choosing a pond liner, and attracting wildlife to your pond.
Pages of gardening tips including how to get rid of slugs and snails, what does frost hardy mean, when to use the Chelsea Chop and much more.
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