Leaf and lawn rakes

■ Where are you working? If autumn lawn care is your main focus, then a metal spring-tined rake is the best tool for the job. Its long, thin, pointed tines are ideal for dragging out thatch and moss f

Turn this fallen asset into a powerhouse garden resource

New season jobs to keep your outdoor space blooming for months

Peter Marriott discusses simple ways of capturing the look of the most romantic of seasons.

Make quick work of your shrubs with these top tools

September, with its cooler temperatures and moist warm soil, is one of the best times of the year to make a new lawn. Grass seed germinates fast now giving quick results; about 7 to 10 days is usual.