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

Ss the days grow shorter and temperatures begin to drop, it’s time to shift focus in the fruit and vegetable garden from harvesting to preparation and protection. Cold weather can be harsh on plants,

To enjoy their blooms again next summer, follow these tips for overwintering

November may bring frost but it’s the perfect month to plant and prune fruit trees, for a taste of summer that money can’t buy

1 Sunlight may be sparse during December, so it is important to keep your plot clear of debris to optimise the winter light 2 The garden will need less attention, so it’s the ideal time to rejuvenate

Wrap non-frostproof pots in bubble wrap or other forms of gardening insulation to prevent them from cracking and to stop rootballs freezing. If you can, move these containers out of frost pockets and