What to plant, pot, plan and prune this month, plus a few treats to buy and inspiration further afield

There’s not much happening outdoors at the moment, but if you follow the prepping advice of these RHS stars, you’re guaranteed a fabulous display later in the year – and you’ll save money too

Lucy ponders some of the potentially exciting jobs for the fortnight ahead

Start exotic climbers off now to enjoy cascades of flowers and foliage for five months

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

Hardy herbs such as chives and thyme can be sown in a heated propagator now, but delay starting tender ones, like basil. Dig up and force small herb plants, moving them into a well lit, gently heated