Summer lawn care tips

New season jobs to keep your outdoor space blooming for months

September, with its cooler temperatures and moist warm soil, is one of the best times of the year to make a new lawn. Grass seed germinates fast now giving quick results; about 7 to 10 days is usual.

Hot dry spells can be tough on plants. Here’s how to help beat the heat

September is a sweet spot for gardeners. There might not be the frenzied burst of activity you see in spring or the bold drama of midsummer in full bloom, says Martyn Cox , but there’s plenty to do before the colder months come round

The UK has been experiencing increasingly unpredictable weather conditions in recent years. The effects of global warming is a factor that no gardener can ignore if they wish to continue growing fruit

… but others not so much! As our climate changes, so does the way we need to garden