Posts from February 2026

By late February, most gardens in Lancashire look tired. Lawns are patchy, borders are bare, and everything feels stuck in limbo between winter and spring. But this is actually the most important time to get organised. Preparing your garden now makes spring easier, cheaper and far more enjoyable. A few hours of work in February can save weeks of effort later in the year. 
 
This isn’t about making things look perfect. It’s about putting foundations in place so your garden grows properly when the weather improves.  
February often feels like the longest month for gardeners. The days are still cold, the ground is wet, and spring feels a long way off. But in reality, February is one of the most important months for getting ahead in the garden - if you plant the right things. 
 
In Lancashire, the key is understanding what can cope with cold, damp conditions and what needs to wait. Planting now isn’t about instant results. It’s about giving plants time to establish so they’re stronger and healthier when spring growth kicks in.  
 
Old Oak Farm Nurseries | Bell's Lane, Hoghton, Preston, Lancashire PR5 0JJ | Tel: 01254 852 065 
 
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