In the Glasshouse and Conservatory
Ventilate the greenhouse on sunny days. Inspect stored tubers of Dahlia, Begonia and Canna for rots or drying out. Even in mild areas, tender plants that cannot be left outside with protection should be taken into the greenhouse or conservatory by the beginning of this month.
Winter generally gets colder from the beginning of January. In cold areas, you are best moving things inside much earlier, in the autumn is usually best
Flower border/Patio area
Spread and dig in your remaining garden compost and organic matter over the ground - this will improve the soil next spring and will also leave your compost bin vacant for debris in the new growing season.
Move established deciduous trees and shrubs, provided the ground is not frozen or waterlogged. Raise patio containers onto feet
Roses
Plant roses, but avoid areas where roses were previously grown as this can lead to problems with replant diseases. (Avoid planting during frost and avoid waterlogged pits, forking over the base of the pit generally allows excess water to drain away unless the soil contains a high amount of clay).
Bulbs and Herbaceous Plants
Plant lily bulbs in pots and in borders during mild spells
The Compost Heap
Recycle your Christmas tree by shredding it for mulch. Compost all green waste Green Waste including vegetable peelings and vegetable left-overs
Recycle
Paper, Cardboard, Glass Bottles and Jars, Plastic, Christmas cards, gift boxes, wrapping paper etc.
There are many recycling points throughout Glasgow where clothes, shoes, wood, metal, furniture, rubble, electrical goods etc can be disposed of without charge.
Use recycled products/materials where possible.
Collect rainwater and investigate ways to recycle water for irrigation.
Be water wise, especially in during long dry spells.
Others
Keep putting out food and water for hungry birds, prevent water from freezing.