October

The dry, hot weather of summer can take its toll on even the healthiest lawns. When autumn arrives, it’s time to give your grass some extra care and attention. Follow our expert guide to keeping your lawn in prime condition over the coming months. 

When autumn arrives, it’s time to prepare your garden for the harsher weather of winter. Read on to discover which jobs need to be prioritised before the first frost.

When broken down slowly by fungi, bacteria and earthworms, fallen leaves make a wonderful natural soil improver. It takes at least a year for leaves to turn into moist, crumbly mould, so start creating this valuable garden material now. Just follow our tips below.

As the first frosts strike and beautiful autumn colours appear, you know October has arrived. Growth is slowing down, but there are plenty of jobs to keep you busy. Read our tips on what to tackle this month as you prepare your garden for colder weather.

Like the idea of beautiful flowering plants that come back year after year? Or that keep their leaves to provide shape and interest in your garden year-round? Here are five of the most popular perennials and tips on how to grow them successfully.

From flowers to vegetables, October is a great time to make early sowings and plantings. Here’s a list of our favourite seeds to sow this month for a head start on the year ahead – plus top tips on how and where to plant them.