It’s time to prepare your garden to help wildlife through the cold months. Plenty of food, water and shelter are

Protect tender plants from frost, harsh winds and freezing rain. Move plants into a sheltered spot, a greenhouse, or consider

Do not prune plum trees now, wait until midsummer. Pruning in autumn will leave the trees susceptible to silver leaf

Spread fresh manure over vegetable beds and leave it to rot down over winter. If bending whilst gardening is a

Remove debris from ponds, and float a tennis ball or golf ball on the surface to prevent ice from sealing

Move tender plants into the greenhouse to protect them from early frosts. Ensure they have enough space to keep them