Year in the Garden: Monthly Gardening Jobs in the UK

A colourful digital illustration representing a year in the garden, showing seasonal changes and garden elements like flowers, trees, and tools across all four seasons.

Gardening is a year-round activity in the UK — but knowing what to do and when can make all the difference. That’s why we’ve created this easy-to-follow month-by-month guide covering essential garden jobs for every season. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting out, our calendar helps you stay ahead with timely advice on pruning, planting, lawn care, and more. All the guidance is tailored to the UK climate and based on what we do every day here in Norwich and surrounding villages.

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January

Start the year with structure: prune dormant plants, plan your garden layout, and prep beds. View January Gardening Jobs

February

Get a head start on spring by mulching borders, trimming hedges, and preparing seed trays. View February Gardening Jobs

March

Spring arrives! Sow hardy annuals, weed paths, and wake up your lawn. View March Gardening Jobs

April

Plant perennials, feed shrubs, and keep slugs at bay as the garden bursts into life. View April Gardening Jobs

May

Deadhead flowers, sow veg, and support new growth. View May Gardening Jobs

June

Maintain momentum with weeding, watering, and mowing. View June Gardening Jobs

July

Mid-summer means deadheading, pest checks, and patio TLC. View July Gardening Jobs

August

Trim hedges, harvest crops, and prep for autumn planting. View August Gardening Jobs

September

Begin autumn clean-up: divide perennials and reseed the lawn. View September Gardening Jobs

October

Clear leaves, cut back summer growth, and protect tender plants. View October Gardening Jobs

November

Plant bare-root trees, insulate pots, and rake final leaves. View November Gardening Jobs

December

Winter watch: protect borders, prune dormant plants, and plan for spring. View December Gardening Jobs

Helpful Resources

Need a hand with any of these monthly garden jobs? Contact Steve’s Garden Services for reliable, local help across Norwich and nearby villages.