Green minutes garden

Simple steps to keep your plot looking good

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

Mimic their natural behaviour and get them going now to flower in spring

HOW TO GET GREENER...

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

Planting in containers can transform patios and terraces, and you can change the plants to match the seasons, says Nicola Stocken