autumn garden

A raised bed doesn’t have to sit idle over winter nine vegetables that keep growing even in frost

Raised beds can stay productive through the cold months with the right crops and a little protection. Grow hardy winter greens, protect the bed from frost and waterlogging, and set it up for an early spring start.

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Tulips can still be planted in November, daffodils and hyacinths are at the last call

Bulbs are among the most rewarding ornamental plants, bringing strong colour from early spring through to autumn. Here’s when to plant each type, how to choose the right spot, and what to do if you’re running late.

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Your Garden Is Getting Ready for Winter, Essential Autumn Jobs Not to Skip

Autumn isn’t the end of the gardening year. With a bit of cutting back, planting, clearing and protecting now, you’ll reduce winter losses and give your garden a stronger start in spring.

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What to Cut Back in Autumn and What to Leave Alone

Autumn is the right moment to tidy perennials, shrubs and trees, but only when the cut suits the plant. Done well, it improves winter resilience, limits disease and sets plants up for a strong start next season.

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How to Protect Your Garden from Frost in Autumn and Spring

Frost can wipe out tender vegetables and herbs overnight, but a few well-timed steps can greatly reduce the damage. Learn which crops cope with cold, when to cover, and how water, mulch and smart garden layout help buffer temperature swings.

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Autumn perennials bloom when everything else is winding down and keep the garden glowing until frost

When summer crops and bedding flowers are fading, the garden doesn’t have to look tired. Choose the right autumn-blooming perennials and you can enjoy rich colour right up to the first frosts.

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Raspberries, blueberries and elder need a different approach in autumn

Autumn is just as important for small fruit as spring and summer, but pruning at the wrong time can weaken plants before winter. Learn what to cut now and what to leave for late winter or early spring to protect next year’s crop.

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Seven perennials to plant right now so they take off faster in spring than your neighbour’s

Autumn planting gives many perennials time to build strong roots in warm soil and cooler, moister weather. Come spring, they break dormancy faster, cope better with summer heat, and need less watering.

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Process Pears Without Stress the Best Methods Even a Beginner Can Master

Pears shine with simple techniques that enhance their delicate sweetness rather than masking it. Learn how to choose the right fruit and master easy poaching, pan-buttering and baking methods for consistently great results.

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September jobs in the garden from weeding and lawn care to spring bulbs

September is ideal for tackling weeds, repairing lawns, dividing perennials and planning bulb planting while the soil is still warm and workable. A few timely jobs now will make next spring easier and your garden more resilient year-round.

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What to Plant in an Autumn Bed So You Can Harvest Until Frost

Late summer warmth in the soil makes autumn sowings surprisingly fast to germinate, and many crops actually taste better after a light frost. With smart timing and a few reliable choices, you can keep harvesting right up to the first hard freezes.

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