Looking after roses Cut back shrub ...

This cottage now has a garden to match its charming appearance, thanks to the efforts of its owners

Autumn and winter tend to be the seasons when the structure of a garden is most appreciated. Frost picks out the shapes of evergreen shrubs and hedging, and sun pierces through a filigree of bare bran

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Once bush roses have finished flowering, prune them by between one-third and a half. Cutting them back will reduce the risk of them being rocked in windy weather through autumn and winter, which can l

Tidy-up time is valuable as garden debris helps soil, wildlife and next year’s growth