November is the month of enjoying the last of the autumn period, as frost becomes more frequent and tender plants will require more protection from the colder and damp winter conditions coming.

Our top tips this month include:

This is the perfect opportunity to move plants into a greenhouse or a sheltered area.

Clean up any fallen leaves from ponds or lawns to ensure water is healthy for wildlife.

Prevent waterlogging by raising containers onto pot feet.

Begin planting tulip bulbs for next years Spring display, as a brilliant way to add colour and shape.

To prevent wind rock, begin early winter rose pruning.

Protect newly planted shrubs, hedges and trees from cold and winters conditions.