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rhs.org.uk treat yourself to a year of inspirational garden visits but

hurry this offer in soon terms and conditions apply. The Robin, one of the few birds sings all year round.

All fluffed up for warmth with their red breasts proudly on display,

these iconic garden visitors are a cheerful addition to the muted colours of the winter garden.

Though don't be fooled by their charming exterior, these guardians of the garden are fiercely territorial,

and males and females ferociously protect their patches all throughout the winter.

And with food in its shortest supply at this time of year, Robbins and all the other birds rely on our gardens more than ever to provide sustenance.

Today we're joined by the RSPB's Emma Marsh, who shares how she has made her garden into a haven for birds.

We'll also conclude Nick Turrell's countdown of the most influential plants at a shaped

human culture and history around the globe. Plus, now is the best time to get outside and

prune your freestanding apples and pears. The RHS's Jim Arbery gives us a masterclass in

exactly what you need to do to keep your trees productive and in shape for the year

ahead. All this coming up on gardening with the RHS with me Guy Barta.

January is one of the toughest months of the year for garden wildlife. With food scarce and shelter limited, many of our

garden inhabitants are focused entirely on survival, waiting for the abundance that spring

will bring. For birds in particular, the cold means they burn calories fast just to stay warm,

which is no easy task when food and shelter is so scarce at this time of year.

Feeders, unfrozen water and dense planting can be the difference between survival and starvation.

We caught up with the RSPB's Executive Director Emma Marsh, herself a keen gardener,

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