Welcome to The January Edition, an expert-curated collection of inspiring features to help you start the gardening year strong. Winter is an important time for planning: its sparseness allows you to assess your garden's structure and see where your efforts will matter most. At the same time, the new planting season is just around the corner, and many flowers and vegetables can be started from seed right now.
There are also plenty of practical jobs to tackle this month. Late winter is a key time for pruning, and depending on your growing zone, it may be your last chance to get existing plants into shape before fresh spring growth emerges.
With a little planning and only a modest investment in plants and supplies, 2026 can be the year you create your dream garden. Click the images below to explore each feature. Happy gardening!
