BBC Gardeners' World

Gardeners' World Magazine is the authoritative voice in gardening, the clear market-leader since it launched in 1991. The award-winning editorial includes topical, practical advice in the readers' favourite 'what to do now' section, and regular contributions and features from the top names in BBC gardening. Packed with fresh ideas and clear advice - the innovative approach offers creative, practical and problem-solving solutions to all keen gardeners.

Welcome to September

The home of gardening expertise you can trust

Meet your GW team

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We love September • I have probably said this before (and I am definitely not alone), but I think this might be my favourite month. It is a toss-up between September and May, but this month is much less frantic. Most of the growing is done and the heat of August is fading, but we do not yet require the long sleeves and knitwear of October. These are the golden days of latesummer colour, with children dragging themselves back to school and the mellowing of the trees: their job is done and they can put their feet up and relax as we edge towards autumn.

Hydrangea ‘Groundbreaker Blush’

Expert’s choice Rudbeckia • Choose these low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, vigorous blooms for a long summer of vibrant colour, says Graham Rice

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The Full Monty • Cultivating a wildflower meadow is a noble aspiration, but it’s a tricky, long-term project. Monty suggests a more practical – and perhaps more rewarding – alternative

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2 for 1 Gardens Glorious glasshouses • As the weather starts to cool down, we’re championing five gardens with beautiful glasshouses, perfect for an autumn day visit with our 2 for 1 Gardens scheme

A LOVE OF THE exotic • Carnivorous plants are not only eye-catching, but are a natural form of pest control too. Monty shares his fascination and expert growing tips

The useful Garden Medicinal plants: part 1 • Frances Tophill looks at garden plants that for centuries have been valued for their ability to soothe and even heal many ailments

Smart borders • Discover how narrow borders and block planting can make gardening easier for everyone, while looking beautiful at the same time. Sue Kent shares her top tips and advice

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Root of the matter! • Should you follow design rules for colour in the garden, or can you be as bold and clashing as you like?

WHAT TO DO NOW • 85 things to do this month from the Gardeners’ World team

AROUND THE GARDEN

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FLOWERS

ADAM’S ESSENTIALS

PRUNING

HOUSE PLANTS

GREENHOUSE

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WILDLIFE • Kate Bradbury’s top tasks to do this month to make your garden more wildlife-friendly

FRUIT & VEG

SAVE 15% ON THE FULL AUTUMN PLANTING RANGE

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Gardening for the future PART 2: Beyond bedding • Swap labour-intensive bedding for layered planting, creating year-round interest, resilience and plenty of forage and shelter for wildlife

Festive flowers from bulbs • Nothing beats a fresh, colourful indoor display in winter....