What to do in your garden

Simple steps to keep your plot looking good

With AG’s gardening expert Ruth Hayes

Make sure your borders look as colourful as possible by promptly deadheading this month to encourage more blooms. Annuals such as cosmos and pot marigolds can run out of steam this month if the flower

In your flower garden

For many, August is the month to take a break from work and make the most of the summer weather. This may entail going on holiday, which might mean leaving your garden to fend for itself, or staying a

Brighten up the season with a collection of cheerful, chirpy and colourful containers