What to do now

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE THIS MONTH WITH OUR GUIDE TO THE CHANGING SEASONS

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

Simple steps to keep your plot looking good

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

Turn this fallen asset into a powerhouse garden resource

IT’S easy to imagine the vegetable patch is winding down at this time of year – the tomatoes are ripening, courgettes are piling up, and the first leaves are beginning to yellow. But here’s something