Look after the lawn

With these tools and tricks of the trade, you can prepare your plot for any heat and drought conditions

Ensure all the plants in your garden are giving their best performance by keeping them sufficiently fed and hydrated. Azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias start to form next year’s flower buds from la

Enjoy a flourishing garden without the drudgery of daily watering in hot weather by choosing resilient, drought-resistant plants that make minimal demands on limited resources

Your hard work in the garden is paid back this month – but keep on pruning and planting to enjoy even more fruits from your labour

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

It’s crucial to water, water, water this month! Irrigate in the evening or morning, and consider an automated system if you’re tethered to the tap. Quick-maturing crops (e.g. salad leaves and summer r