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As the temperature drops, it’s tempting to take a break from the garden — but winter is the perfect time to get ahead.

Whether you're planting hardy crops, protecting your plants from frost, or setting up a smarter growing system, preparing now ensures your garden doesn’t just survive winter — it thrives.

Let’s dig into how to prep your garden for winter, the best crops to grow, and the essential tools and gear from Chez Guru that make it all easier.

🧤 Why Start Preparing Now?

Getting your garden winter-ready before the chill really sets in gives you the best chance to:

• Grow cool-season veggies like spinach, garlic, and broccoli

• Keep perennials, pots, and herbs protected from wind and frost

• Improve soil health for the growing season ahead

• Declutter and organise your tools and space while growth slows

“Winter is not the end of the growing season — it’s the beginning of your next harvest.”

📊 Quick Garden Stats

• Gardening during winter can boost mental wellbeing and reduce stress levels by up to 36% (University of Copenhagen, 2022)

• Raised beds and greenhouses increase crop yield by up to 30% in cooler climates

• Preparing in late autumn means you're planting weeks ahead come spring

🪴 Winter Gardening Checklist

✅ 1. Shield and Shelter Your Plants

A greenhouse is your winter best friend. It protects from frost, maintains warmth, and keeps out pests.

🌿 Recommended:

• 🌱 Green Fingers Walk-In Tunnel Greenhouse (4x3x2m)
  Spacious, durable, and ideal for winter crops like lettuce, kale, and herbs.

• 🌱 Mini Greenhouse with Raised Bed
  Compact and efficient — perfect for balconies or small backyards.

✅ 2. Lift Your Beds and Your Crops

Raised garden beds improve drainage, retain warmth, and keep winter crops healthier and easier to access.

🌿 Top Picks:

• Galvanised Steel Raised Bed – 3.2m Long
  Large, sturdy, and ideal for staggered planting across the season.

• Wooden Trellis Planter Box
  Adds vertical growth potential and rustic charm to your winter patch.

✅ 3. Get Organised Before the Cold Hits

Use winter downtime to declutter your garden space, secure tools from the elements, and make everything easier to access next season.

🛠️ Storage Essentials:

• Giantz Steel Garden Shed – 1.95x1.31m
  Rust-resistant, durable, and perfect for protecting all your garden gear.

• Gardeon Lockable Outdoor Storage Cabinet
  Sleek and compact — ideal for storing gloves, watering cans, and plant food near your garden beds.

🌱 What to Plant Now

Get your winter garden started with these cold-hardy crops:

🥬 Leafy greens: Spinach, silverbeet, lettuce
🥦 Brassicas: Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage
🧄 Root crops: Garlic, onions, leeks
🌿 Herbs: Parsley, thyme, coriander
🌱 Legumes: Broad beans, snow peas

Final Tip: Don’t Wait for the Frost

The best winter gardens start before the real cold arrives. By getting your soil, structures, and planting plan sorted early, you give your garden the strongest possible start — and set yourself up for a productive spring ahead.

🛒 Ready to Winter-Proof Your Garden?

Explore greenhouses, raised beds, garden sheds and storage at
👉 Chez Guru — where smart gardeners shop.

Your garden doesn’t have an off-season. It just needs the right support.