Trim lavenders and summer flowering hebes as soon as they have finished.

Along with watering, removing spent flower heads is an essential task this month.

Some plants such as acanthus and dicentra , die back when the heat is on so clear away their shabby leaves and fill the gaps with potted colour.

As autumn approaches so too do bugs especially caterpillars who are determined to eat their fill and complete their life cycle with haste. Keep a close eye out for any bugs and spray if required.