Here are a few garden jobs to do this month:

1. Shrub pruning - most decidous garden shrubs prefer their annual prune in early spring.

2. Prune apple and pear trees. Take care, don't take off too much and don't do it in freezing temperatures.

3. Bulb planting - get cracking, it's time to get this finished!

4. Prepare your veg plot - incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or compost.

5. Make sure your lawnmower and tools are ready for action.