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After the fall...

There’s just enough time to admire the crunchy colours of autumn before Toby turns the fallen leaves to good use

A rainbow of Roses for scent

With breeders making it their mission to delight the nose as well as the eyes, the choice of fragrant roses has never been greater. Graham Rice picks favourites in very shade

Keep Up With Seasonal Jobs

There’s always lots to do at this time of year, says Peter

Pure and simple Wild roses

They may not be the showiest of roses, but these wildlife pleasers are surprisingly versatile and offer pretty single flowers plus autumn hips, says Louise Curley

Little twigs, big trees!

Ruth explains the simple brilliance of bare root planting

Pink sunshine

It might be cold outside, but as long as Toby has his favourite nerines to keep him company, he’s in the pink

Let it be…

Don’t put the whole garden to bed in autumn, says Val

Japanese maples in pots

Anne Swithinbank masterclass on: potted maples

It's time for a clean sweep

A tidy garden means fewer problems later, says Ruth

Common sense, please!

Not all environmental plans are beneficial, says Peter

Chicken run

Chicken run While they are valued for their eggs, there is something else chickens produce that is just as important, says Bob

What To Plant Now For Winter Fragrance

From winter honeysuckle’s strong scent to the subtle notes of mahonia, your plot can be home to a panopoly of perfumes during the colder months, says Anne Swithinbank

Last Chance To Plant Spring Bulb Containers

Daffodils might be off the menu, but there are plenty of gorgeous spring bulbs that can be planted in pots now for cheering colour next year, says Hazel Sillver

Prep ponds for winter

Deal with fish, freezes and dormant plants, says Ruth

What to plant with Tulips

Add a little va-va-voom to your tulip display next year with perennials, biennials and bulbs that really bring out the best in this spring essential, says Hazel Sillver

Hot and bothered

Val looks at how climate change affects plants and insects

Help wildlife through winter

Gardens can be lifesavers in the cold months, says Ruth

Treat hungry birds with Berries and seedheads

As we enter the cold months, native and visiting birds need food and shelter to keep them going until spring – and our gardens can supply it, says Anne Swithinbank

The flower-packed garden

Roy Larder’s Worcestershire garden isn’t the biggest we’ve visited, but what he has is packed with colour, fun and lots of containers, as Sue Bradley explains

Even better homegrown!

New varieties have come at the right time, says Peter

Shine a light

Want to boost plant life in interior spots? Bob considers why it’s worth investing in LEDs for plant-friendly light…

Help, holes in my peppers!

Help, holes in my peppers!

Add Winter Interest With Evergreen Perennials

The best way to banish bare borders during the colder months is to plant easycare perennials with foliage that will add shape and structure, says Graham Clarke

Prep for the cold

Are your pots, tools and garden spaces ready for winter? Bob reveals how to make sure you’re ready for the big chill

Get the most from your soil

Even the smallest spaces have lots of potentials, says Ruth Hayes

For fragrance and charm, choose Beautiful Bourbons

With these old shrub roses, you not only get a floriferous display from early summer but you also get a sense of history. Anne Swithinbank explains why she’s such a fan

Focus on... Pumpkins

Lucy shows you how to nurture show-stopping fruits

Silver linings

Bringing the outback into his garden, Toby celebrates the glowing majesty of a special silver Australian export

Berries with a difference

Red may be the first colour that springs to mind, but fruiting plants come in a range of less obvious options that are equally – sometimes even more – lovely, says Graham Rice

Composting in winter

Keep going, mixing well and keeping it warm, says Ruth Hayes