Flowers

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

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

Shrubs are more than your garden’s supporting players. Given the right role, and even the occasional seasonal spotlight, they can become a star turn

TV and radio broadcaster Martin is an RHS judge and former head gardener

HOW TO GET GREENER...

Get ahead of the game for next year by sowing seeds now, says Joe Swift — and save yourself a fortune