It’s hard to believe that we are heading towards the end of Autumn when less than three weeks ago we were enjoying weather hotter and...

Mulch bare soil As crops and flowers are lifted and the ground becomes free, mulch it with 3-5cm of well-rotted manure, spent mushroom...

Divide bearded irises Pinch out outdoor tomatoes when 4 trusses have formed and removed side shoots Watch out for pests and diseases...

Water new and young plants as necessary Watch for pests and suckers roses Cut down faded bulb foliage Plant winter brassicas and protect...

Prune spring flowering shrubs that have finished flowering Trim box and other formal hedging lightly Plant out dahlias at end of month...

Protect young plants from slugs and snails Deadhead daffodils Prune early flowering shrubs like forsythia Clean out ponds Sow leeks,...

Weeding: Weeds will be growing as strongly as your plants, so keep on top of them before they can get a hold. Digging them up with a hand...

Care for Festive Houseplants: Providing the right light conditions is the key to success. Poinsettias enjoy warm living rooms with no...

Put away the lawn mower Clean the underside by scraping off dried clippings and make sure the collecting bag is empty. If it's a petrol...