Set the stage with an auricula theatre

Plant with sunny hues to weave rhythm, softness and sparkle through your garden borders

Dust your patch with medal-winning magic with these RHS Chelsea show garden steals

Look to the beautiful beds and borders of Hidcote Manor to discover how to prolong the season of interest, with this advice from National Trust head gardener Lottie Allen

Hardy fuchsias bring jewel-like droplets of enduring colour delicately suspended in borders to brighten the September garden

From slugs to staking, follow the expert advice to keep your plants thriving this season

Liz Zorab picks her favourite self-seeding and spreading plants for easier gardening