Making the cut

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

It’s sometimes said that a good plant dies gracefully, and that a plant that looks good in death is a valuable addition to the garden through the colder months. There’s truth in this and when autumn b

Once bush roses have finished flowering, prune them by between one-third and a half. Cutting them back will reduce the risk of them being rocked in windy weather through autumn and winter, which can l

Looking after roses Cut back shrub ...

We dispel some myths about this most quintessential of autumn tasks

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