Heathers, red berry bushes such as Pyracantha coccinea and shades of yellow and orange Acers and Oaks announce that the autumn has arrived.
Now it is time to plant some autumn and winter bedding such as Cyclamen, Viola, Pansy and Primrose.
Spring flowering bulbs should be available in your nursery to make a splash of colour next spring.
Autumn is also the time to add new favourites or renovate plants in your garden or border.
It is important to remove dead material in order to avoid diseases and future plagues.
