Pruning

Early-blooming shrubs need a good chop back now to give them time to rejuvenate over the summer months

Magnolias are best left to grow naturally, as they tend to form attractive, layered structures without intervention. They rarely need major pruning – just the occasional removal of dead wood, crossing

Add structure, colour and foliage interest with pretty summer-blooming shrubs

Start deadheading the flowers in hanging baskets as soon as they fade. Snip them off at the base of the flower stem. This keeps them producing more flowers right through the summer, providing you reme

Get these flowers in prime condition now for a super summer display

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