Winter gardening guide

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This lovely lemon cake was made by Holly as a thank you to her neighbour who often watered her lemon tree over the hot summer. It’s a light and fluffy lemon yoghurt cake, sandwiched with a lemon mascarpone filling and tangy lemon drizzle on top. It takes no time to make and is perfect for those who don’t like overly sweet cakes! The tartness of the yoghurt balances it well. Be sure to use proper Greek yoghurt not thickened sweet yoghurt and fresh lemons for the zest and juice.

Rhubarb is one of the hardier crops, tolerant of cold, frost and wind. It is one of those staple crops you can plant, fertilise, water and walk away from once it’s established. Aesthetically, it adds colour and texture to the garden. When planting rhubarb remember that rhubarb leaves are poisonous and that only the stem can be cooked and used.

Winter is the perfect time to plant roses and when the best selection will be available in garden centres. Follow our guide to choosing the right rose and our top picks for your rose garden this winter.