Grow chillies in the greenhouse

Summer! The time of year when the greenhouse has accomplished most of its work, up to a point. But the great thing about your miniature Crystal Palace right now is that it can become a pleasure dome.

Transform any garden with this versatile solution

Tomatoes In the freezer Cooked tomatoes freeze very well – make a big batch of fresh pomodoro or arrabbiata sauce and portion it up for the freezer. Make a preserve Try a spiced tomato chutney, tomato

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

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

Professor Buczacki is a horticultural expert, writer and former chair of Gardeners' Question Time