Gardens

Enjoy the hip parade

September is a sweet spot for gardeners. There might not be the frenzied burst of activity you see in spring or the bold drama of midsummer in full bloom, says Martyn Cox , but there’s plenty to do before the colder months come round

IF your garden is anything like mine, most of the borders and pots have peaked by this time, shifting from full-on florals to fading foliage. There are a few late-to-the-party dahlias, the cosmos are

Keep autumn at bay with splashes of colour and flowering perennials, says Joe Swift

As the season turns, there’s no need to stick to fiery hues – choose cool, calm colours instead

It’s a simple and effective way to grow more of your favourite flowers for free next year