Summer gardens

Perk up your garden ahead of the winter with a lick of paint

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

September is a sweet spot for gardeners. There might not be the frenzied burst of activity you see in spring or the bold drama of midsummer in full bloom, says Martyn Cox , but there’s plenty to do before the colder months come round

New season jobs to keep your outdoor space blooming for months

If your outdoor area is limited in size, here are some ways to make it feel much more spacious

Defy the summer fade and turn up the COLOUR VOLUME with a blaze of fluorescent flowers and glowing accessories to warm you through to winter