Amateur Gardening - July 29, 2023

In this issue

“Long flowering, colourful and great for cutting, here are the best cosmos for you,” says Graham

“Encourage more butterflies with these plants,” says Martyn

Here are the best plants to bring colour and shape to autumn,” says Tamsin

Summer pots and baskets

Food, water and pest control are so important, says Ruth

1 min

Getting to grips with pests

Lots of plants crammed together are more vulnerable

1 min

Get summer feeding right

Give plants a boost for flowers and fruits

2 mins

Buddleja vision

Planting a butterfly bush for pollinators is not that simple, says Bob, as he explains the needs of their caterpillars

1 min

Birthday blues

When it comes to butterflies, blue is the colour

3 mins

Focus on... Currant care

Traditional black fruits, vibrant reds or striking pinks and whites – whatever you prefer, it’s easy to grow your own juicy currants

6 mins

The butterfly effect

With native butterflies in serious decline - and some facing extinction - Martyn Cox suggests steps you can take to attract these delightful creatures to your garden

3 mins

Transform autumn

Whether you're looking for late flowers, fantastic foliage or succulent berries, we have the best plants to transform your garden this autumn

6 mins

Cosmos

Sun-loving plants with a long flowering season, cosmos are great for colour, cutting and even fragrance

4 mins

Can you dig it?

Weathered they may be, but Toby’s trowels are still very useful, helping protect his plants from weather extremes

2 mins

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Amateur Gardening Magazine Description:

Every week, Amateur Gardening is the first choice for both beginners and knowledgeable gardeners looking for advice and easy-to-follow practical features on growing flowers, trees, shrubs as well as fruit and vegetables. Be inspired, by our beautifully illustrated features covering plant and flower groups, both home grown and exotic, and take a sneak peek into some of the most beautiful private gardens around the country. Plus, every week we feature expert opinion and tips from some of gardening’s most influential exponents including Toby Buckland, Bob Flowerdew, Anne Swithinbank, Peter Seabrook and Jo Whittingham.