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Which Flowers Can Survive Frost Outdoors and Which Must Come Inside

As autumn arrives, some patio and balcony plants can stay outside through chilly nights, while others need bringing in before the first real frost. The key is a plant’s origin, hardiness, and the forecast—not the calendar.

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Autumn asters turn the garden into a haven for pollinators

Autumn asters light up borders in September and October with clouds of colour while offering vital nectar and pollen when many other plants have finished. Chosen well, they’ll keep feeding pollinators right up to the first proper frosts.

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