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Beautyberry bush in January
The Beautyberry (Callicarpai dichotoma) is a wonderful source of food for birds during the winter months.

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Bird bath provides water for birds
Don't forget to provide water for birds during the winter.

January is the Month to:

Feed birds in the landscape - natural food sources are scarse this time of year
Plant flowering Cabbage and Kale for Winter color.
Prune fruit, shade, and ornamental trees.
Wrap container pots with insulated material to keep the roots from freezing.
Take a trip to a greenhouse or botanical garden
Buy some plants to purify the air in your home or office

Amaryllis plants at various stages of growth
It's great fun to watch your Amaryllis bulbs grow throughout the Winter. Read more about how to care for Amaryllis.

January Odds and Ends
January is a great time to lime your lawn.

The outdoor gardening season is over, but you can grow herbs for winter cooking.

Start an Amaryllis for Spring bloom.

Winter "down time" is perfect for planning next year's garden.

Don't forget to sweep heavy snow off of your trees and shrubs to prevent limb breakage from Winter snow

Orchids on display in a greenhouse

Winter months provide time to enjoy the indoors. Orchids are an easy blooming houseplant to maintain and brighten the inside.

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Cyclamen houseplant
Cyclamen are wonderful houselplants that will last throughout the winter

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