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

Don’t let autumn leaves go to waste – turn them into nutrient-rich soil improver

I’ve had a great year with many of my fruit and veg crops

Keep watering pots, particularly those that are completely full as plants compete for the water and a sprinkling of rain has little effect. Check for moisture by pressing in a green split cane before

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Whether you have a tiny terrace or a sprawling plot, now is the perfect time to rewild a patch of earth and create your own edible oasis