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Trim and store pelargoniums

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Position any shrubs with scented winter flowers near to a path or entrance, where the fragrance can be enjoyed before spring arrives. Christmas box (sarcococca) is a good candidate for a spot like this, as are wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox) and scented witch hazels.

Plant final tulips

Get any remaining unplanted tulip bulbs into the ground now so that they have enough time to root out

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