Prep your garden for spring

September is a sweet spot for gardeners. There might not be the frenzied burst of activity you see in spring or the bold drama of midsummer in full bloom, says Martyn Cox , but there’s plenty to do before the colder months come round

Simple steps to keep your plot looking good

Perk up your garden ahead of the winter with a lick of paint

Brighten up the plot before the new season begins

Spring starts now! Pop in some bulbs for BURSTS OF COLOUR when you need it most

There’s always something new to learn about gardening, so use autumn to reflect on your plot’s successes and failures. Make a note of anything you’d like to try next year – a list of plants to sow, an