Garden Q&A: Should I start feeding my outdoor plants in February?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

February is that 'buffer zone' between winter and spring for gardeners, says Peter Dowdall. File picture

Question

Can I start feeding the plants in my garden in February? I am dying to get to work in the room outside and for the winter to be over, but wonder if I'm being over-eager.