December marks a quieter moment in the gardening calendar. Growth slows, the focus shifts from heavy maintenance to winter protection, and it becomes the perfect time to reflect on what your garden needs for the year ahead.
At Top Garden Services, we help homeowners, estates and commercial sites across Norfolk keep their outdoor spaces safe, tidy and thriving throughout the winter months. Here’s what we prioritise in December.
Essential December Garden Tasks
Even though the garden is resting, it still needs attention to prevent damage and maintain structure. As part of our trusted garden services in Norfolk, we carry out:
- Snow brushing on shrubs to stop heavy branches from snapping.
- Safety checks on paths, steps and lighting, especially important during dark, icy days.
- Mulching around tender plants for extra frost protection.
- Adding festive winter colour with pots of holly, skimmia or other hardy shrubs.
- Planning next year’s planting projects, whether you’re thinking of new borders, a lawn renovation, or a garden redesign.
Our team ensures your garden remains presentable, protected and ready for the busy spring season.
December Lawn Care
Lawn care is lighter this month, but what you don’t do is just as important as what you do. Top Garden Services recommends:
- Staying off frosty lawns to avoid damaging the grass.
- Clearing leaves before they cause rot or bare patches.
- Holding off on mowing until new spring growth appears.
For commercial sites needing lawn care services, we maintain pathways, grassed areas and high-traffic zones to keep everything safe and professional-looking throughout winter.
Hedge & Tree Care for Winter
Trees and hedges are vulnerable after winter storms, making December an ideal time for checks and essential maintenance. For clients using our commercial garden services in Norfolk, we prioritise winter safety and long-term structure. Tasks include:
- Inspecting trees after storms or high winds.
- Removing damaged or dangerous branches while trees are dormant.
- Ordering and preparing bare-root plants for January and February planting.
Professional winter pruning helps reduce risks and supports healthier growth when spring arrives.
Supporting Wildlife Through Winter
At Top Garden Services, we believe a garden should support the local ecosystem all year round. In December, small wildlife needs extra help to survive the colder conditions. Simple actions include:
- Keeping bird baths ice-free.
- Refilling feeders regularly.
- Leaving seed heads and natural shelter for insects and small creatures.
These small steps help maintain healthy biodiversity across Norfolk’s gardens and commercial landscapes.
Need Help This December?
Whether you’re preparing for winter, planning next year’s landscaping, or managing a larger site, Top Garden Services offers reliable, professional support across Norfolk and Suffolk.
From one-off winter visits to year-round maintenance and structured commercial garden services, we keep your outdoor spaces safe, tidy and ready for spring.
