Garden notes

Ensure all the plants in your garden are giving their best performance by keeping them sufficiently fed and hydrated. Azaleas, rhododendrons and camellias start to form next year’s flower buds from la

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

Bring a blaze of colour to your garden in August with a palette of bright and contrasting blooms, carefully positioned pots and a few late-season buys

Your hard work in the garden is paid back this month – but keep on pruning and planting to enjoy even more fruits from your labour

Now’s the time to add some summer stars for a burst of colour

A beautiful and productive garden needn’t cost the earth – simply choose the right plants