From ramblers to floribundas, climbers to ground cover, plus top varieties to choose from, here’s your definitive winter guide

Don’t wait for summer to realise your garden’s not up to scratch. The best time to sort your green space is now

TIMELY PRUNING

Get trimming now for healthier bushes and stunning summer blooms

This month! 78 Around the garden 83 Back to basics 84 Flowers 86 Pruning 89 House plants 90 Wildlife 92 Greenhouse 95 Test your skills 97 Fruit & veg As the days slowly lengthen, winter will begin to

Cut out any dead or damaged wood on abelias now to encourage good health and vigorous new growth. Start by trimming any flowered shoots to tidy and reshape the shrub. If you have an old, overgrown shr