Slug-proof plants

Toby explains how to plant and protect these treasures from squirrels

Unfortunately, although they may not be as visible in the winter, the slugs in your garden are still there – just hidden away! Although they can survive a bit of frost, long, cold spells are tough on

Make more thin-rooted perennials such as Japanese anemones, phlox and hardy geraniums with this method of root cuttings. Lift a clump of your chosen plant with a garden fork, select the best roots and

Plant skimmias in pots so you can position them in spots where you can best see their attractive berries now, their pretty flower buds at the end of winter and blossom in spring. Skimmias do best in p

How to carry on growing food over winter ...

While you wait for Spring, here are the jobs to get on with