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The need for seed

As he contemplates filling gaps in borders, Toby looks to seeds of plants that fared well during the hot summer

Cutting summer raspberries

Remove old canes for next year's growth, says Ruth

The greenhouse in autumn

Clean it well in preparation for winter plants, says Ruth

This week... Sedums

If you want colourful, drought-tolerant plants that are loved by pollinators, try sedums

The global garden

The globular flowerheads of alliums add shape and colour to borders during late spring and early summer, says Hazel Sillver, as she looks at the best types to plant now

Get planting for spring

Bulbs are a brilliant way to add easy colour, said Ruth

Focus on... Perpetual strawberries

When it comes to strawberries, you can never have too much of a good thing. Lucy shows you how to grow perpetual or everbearing varieties with real staying power

Think pink

Inject the garden with warmth and cheer by getting pink perennials in the ground now. From fiery fuchsia to pastel blush, there is a shade for every border, says Hazel Sillver

Dividing Oncidium orchids

Steve and Val Bradley explain how to divide and repot Oncidium orchids

The clip show

Now’s the time to trim ornamental trees and hedges, says Toby, as he reveals the secrets of savvy snipping

True blue

Sea holly adds architectural structure to borders for months and provides bees with nectar, says Hazel Sillver, as she describes the best varieties to plant now

Our village sycamore

Val is prompted to find out more about local sycamores

Every last crop

Still got spuds, squash and roots to harvest? Bob explains how to squeeze every last drop from this year's crop...

Common lawn problems

Pests and diseases and how to keep on top of them

Autumnal lawn care plan

Get your grass in good nick before winter, said Ruth

Gorgeous grasses

Ornamental grasses will bring your garden to life with summer flowers, autumn tints and winter outlines, says Anne Swithinbank, as she reveals her top choices

Returning houseplants inside

Bring them back in before frosts strike, says Ruth

How to propagate ‘pellies’

Take pelargonium cuttings before winter, says Ruth

A vivid splash of true blue

Cornflowers are an essential garden addition, says Ruth

Sorting out beds and borders

Remove old plants, feed soil and then plan ahead

Planning for autumn days

The season for planting and making changes

Water wisdom

Water-saving measures don’t have to be complicated, as the simplest tricks can help your plants

A host of daffodils

We all love the classic daffodil, but why not branch out and try something different? Graham Rice looks at the key groups and the best places to plant them

Colour bombs

Enjoy a non-stop display of bright, bold colour next year by planting your spring bulbs now, says Hazel Sillver, as she describes the best for autumn planting

Prepping the greenhouse for overwintering plants

Wash shading paint offthe glass to let as much light in as possible

Create a hog highway this weekend

Hog highways join gardens so hedgehogs can travel safely

Drought shows ‘lost’ garden

Historic parterre appears after record-breaking weather

Growing blueberries in containers

Steve and Val Bradley reveal their top tips for growing this popular ‘super fruit’

The reclaimed garden

Preparation has been key for Steve and Marion Harrison as they set about tackling their Dorset garden a small section at a time

GROWING YOUR OWN IS FREEDOM

For deputy editor Emma Rawlings, working her patch is about far more than just growing crops. It's about connecting with nature and doing things her way