They offer stunning autumn foliage and tasty fruit, making them ideal for patio containers

The days might be cold and grey but your outside space can still bring you joy – there are sturdy, vigorous plants that will fill it with beauty and heart-lifting colour…

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

MAKE YOUR GARDEN A WINTER HAVEN FOR BIRDS, BEES AND BUGS WITH THESE FAUNA-FRIENDLY PLANTS AND FLOWERS

Follow some simple steps to give nature the support it needs through the cold months

One of the many highlights for visitors to Cliveden in Buckinghamshire has always been the 80 acres of gardens, which encompass a geometric parterre, a maze, a water garden and the famous Long Garden