Flowers

Once bush roses have finished flowering, prune them by between one-third and a half. Cutting them back will reduce the risk of them being rocked in windy weather through autumn and winter, which can l

Looking after roses Cut back shrub ...

Autumn and winter tend to be the seasons when the structure of a garden is most appreciated. Frost picks out the shapes of evergreen shrubs and hedging, and sun pierces through a filigree of bare bran

With drier springs becoming the norm, autumn is now the prime season for action in the garden

Autumn may be here but it’s the perfect time to fill your garden with fresh, new plants

Transfer potted pelargoniums indoors for the winter. Take off all dead leaves and thin them out by removing wispy shoots to maximise the amount of light and air getting to the plant. Take off all the