Around the garden

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

Simple steps to keep your plot looking good

It’s a time of plenty as your hard work is paying back this month – but it’s not too soon to look ahead to next year

For many, August is the month to take a break from work and make the most of the summer weather. This may entail going on holiday, which might mean leaving your garden to fend for itself, or staying a

Extend the season of pollen and nectar for pollinators – which may still be on the wing before hibernation, migration or the end of their lifecycle – by planting some late-season blooms. Fill gaps in

Cut back, feed, water and remove reverted stems