Autumn and winter tend to be the seasons when the structure of a garden is most appreciated. Frost picks out the shapes of evergreen shrubs and hedging, and sun pierces through a filigree of bare bran

It’s sometimes said that a good plant dies gracefully, and that a plant that looks good in death is a valuable addition to the garden through the colder months. There’s truth in this and when autumn b

Looking after roses Cut back shrub ...

Once bush roses have finished flowering, prune them by between one-third and a half. Cutting them back will reduce the risk of them being rocked in windy weather through autumn and winter, which can l

Toby explains how plants and trees set up natural defences and outlines what we can do to help

Tidy-up time is valuable as garden debris helps soil, wildlife and next year’s growth