Cut back hydrangeas and some clematis

Bringing order from chaos is fundamental to gardening, especially after the summer holidays, so get stuck in, says Joe Swift

OCTOBER IS THE PERFECT TIME TO TRIM BACK YOUR GARDEN’S HEDGE GROWTH – HERE’S HOW…

Mimic their natural behaviour and get them going now to flower in spring

When are onions ready to harvest? What is damaging lilac leaves? Read on…

I need to get a move on with all those late-season jobs!

Nurture existing plants and see if you can snaffle some bargains!