SPRING is coming. The days slowly lengthen, then suddenly everything needs doing all at once. This is when it can all get a bit hectic; grass needs mowing, weeds need hoeing, seeds need sowing…
However, a little planning and preparation can save you a headache. I reckon there is nothing more annoying than not being able to do a job when something needs finding or repairing first. It is amazing how easy it is to misplace a tool – not just secateurs or a trowel but even a hoe. If you haven’t got a special place, and you haven’t used it for six months, just where is it?
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To dig or not to dig?
Should we be carrying out a full dig on plots now? Bob considers the pros and cons of the 'autumn dig' debate
The box ball blues
As if his beleaguered box hadn't already taken a beating, Toby now has to deal with some hungry box caterpillars
Save your own seeds
Masterclass on: seed saving
Strange sightings
Three unusual insects turn up in Val's garden in one day
A bolt from the blue!
Cornflowers are perfect for garden and vase
Winter moth prevention
Ruth shows you how to avoid maggoty tree fruits
Create a winter container
There are as many options as in summer
Lightweight gardening tools
AS well as being good for our mental health, gardening is also great exercise.
Autumn price round-up
AG finds better bargains in lesser-known brands
Rudbeckias
Rudbeckias are ideal for sunny summer patios and borders, with some able to survive our coldest winters