Garden notes

Transform any garden with this versatile solution

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

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

With these tools and tricks of the trade, you can prepare your plot for any heat and drought conditions

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