There is such a wide range of tasks for gardeners to be getting on with at this time of year.
While it is undoubtedly tempting to simply wrap up warm and keep out of the unpredictable British winter climate, it is not advisable to leave a green space to its own devices. It is more important than ever to keep hedges trim.
This is not just for the sake of keeping the garden looking neat and tidy – taking small cuttings is a key task.
In an article for the Daily Telegraph, professional gardener Helen Yemm said that this is particularly the case when it comes to argyranthemums.
These plants are tender perennials – which means that they are best propagated every year from cuttings. This is also a great way of keeping the garden supplied with bushy and vigorous plants that are full of flowering potential.
"Lively autumn growth of argyranthemums gets frosted, so take a few cuttings now and they will mark time all winter in a frost-free greenhouse," Ms Yemm commented.
Larger trimming remains an important activity to be getting on with – as was recently noted by garden writer Jean Vernon.
Also writing in the Daily Telegraph, she explained that the autumn weather presents garden enthusiasts with the ideal chance to trim hedges.
"To tidy up light, end-of-season growth you need a hedgetrimmer," the expert remarked, adding: "If you are cutting into older wood, then look for a powerful model with wider-spaced teeth."
One such model could be the MD 4-in-1 Multi Tool, which is currently on offer from MowDIRECT.
Down from its recommended retail price of £299.95, this is an absolute bargain at £179.95 including VAT.
The product is remarkable – giving you convenient access to a hedge cutter, line trimmer, brush cutter and long range pruner in one tool.
