December Tasks

Keep an eye on the weather and keep greenhouse heaters on when the temperature dips.
Clear leaves from paths, and where they lie thickly on grass. Store them in piles for leafmould.
Check and clear gutters and drains to prevent maintenance problems later on.
Treat slippery paths with a suitable cleaner, or sprinkle with sand and scrub in with a stiff brush
Check overwintering veg, tubers and bulbs for vermin damage and set traps if necessary.
Complete the pruning of ornamental and fruiting vines before the end of the month.
Start planning next year’s crop rotation in the vegetable patch. Ordering seed early ensures a good choice and the opportunity to try something new.
Good periods of dry weather can be used to dig over and manure areas of the vegetable patch.