The garden has transformed in colour as we now embrace Autumn and the evenings definitely have a chill in the air. It's a month to lend some consideration to the wildlife outside that are preparing for the winter ahead. If possible, build a log pile and pop leaves & twigs in corners for them to gather and shelter in.

For your flowers: It's time to consider planting hardy annuals for next Summer; collect ripe seeds from your favorite flowers ready to plant in Spring and keep your Summer bedding deheaded & fed well to help them all thrive untill the first frost.

In terms of garden maintenance get ahead with the below tasks:

• Pop netting across your ponds to prevent Autumn laves from falling in.
• Check all tree ties and plant supports are firmly in place.
• Clean out water butts and check downpipe fittings in preparation for Autumn rain.
• Tidy up overgrown trees and shape Conifers.

With lots to trim back, take a look at our secateurs- the perfect companion for the next few months!