Summer’s swansong

Fill border gaps, spruce up container displays and divide perennials. Get ahead for next year by planting crocuses for spring and taking salvia cuttings

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

Simple steps to keep your plot looking good

Look to the beautiful beds and borders of Hidcote Manor to discover how to prolong the season of interest, with this advice from National Trust head gardener Lottie Allen

Advice and inspiration with Nige Eaton , horticulture expert at Moss & Moor, Ilkley

It’s a time of plenty as your hard work is paying back this month – but it’s not too soon to look ahead to next year