The Woolly Gardener's Guide: Sustainable Gardening Tips by Hortiwool

Short on time but want to start the new year right? Discover how the last-minute Gardener can tackle essential winter jobs, protect plants with wool, and use Hortiwool Garden Pads to keep the garden cosy and ready for spring.

Gardening in December may be quiet, but it’s far from idle. From sowing herbs and salads indoors to planting garlic, fruit trees, and hardy crops outdoors, there’s plenty to keep your winter garden thriving. Discover what to grow this month and how Hortiwool Garden Pads can support your plants through the coldest days of the year.

Winter can be a tough season for gardeners, but Hortiwool Garden Pads offer natural insulation, protection and enrichment to help your garden stay resilient. Here are five clever ways to use them throughout the colder months.

As temperatures drop, your garden doesn’t have to go dormant. Discover how Hortiwool Garden Pads can help protect your soil, extend your growing season, and keep your garden eco-friendly throughout winter.

Keep your garden thriving as temperatures drop! From insulating roots with Hortiwool Garden Pads to eco-friendly mulching and cloches, our tips help you protect tender plants naturally through the colder months.

Autumn is the perfect time to care for the soil beneath your feet. Discover how microbes, worms, and organic matter work together to create healthy, living soil and how Hortiwool Garden Pads can naturally boost soil health this season.

October is a key month for UK gardeners! Learn which overwintering crops to plant, how to extend your harvest with succession sowing, and which microgreens you can grow indoors. Plus, see how Hortiwool Garden Pads can protect and nurture your autumn garden.

Discover what to plant, how to protect crops and flowers, and the essential jobs to tackle during autumn. With Hortiwool Garden Pads, your garden will be ready to thrive through the colder months and bloom beautifully in spring.

September is a month of transition in the garden, with plenty still to sow, plant, and prepare for autumn. From hardy greens and strawberry runners to spring bulbs and lawn care, discover what to grow in September – plus how Hortiwool Garden Pads can help you make the most of the season.

Discover how composting with wool can enrich your soil naturally. Learn why wool breaks down into valuable nutrients, how to use Hortiwool Garden Pads in your compost heap, and the many benefits of using wool in the garden.

Wildflower gardening is a simple way to attract bees, butterflies, and birds while creating a beautiful, low-maintenance garden. From oxeye daisies to foxgloves, discover which wildflowers are best for wildlife and how Hortiwool Garden Pads can help nurture a thriving, sustainable outdoor space.

Discover five easy ways to create a more sustainable garden — from going peat-free to using natural wool instead of plastic. Learn how Hortiwool Garden Pads can support eco-friendly gardening practices.