This month...

ASTERS AT THE PICTON GARDEN 1 Sept–20 Oct, 11am–5pm

Old Court Nurseries and The Picton Garden, Walwyn Road, Colwall, Malvern, Worcestershire WR13 6QE Enjoy the Plant Heritage National Plant Collection of autumn-flowering asters in all their glory. Adults 3.50 children free. (See pic on page 6) 01684 540416; oldcourtnurseries@btinternet.com

RHS WISLEY FLOWER SHOW 5–10 Sept, 10am–6pm

RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB Spectacular displays, outstanding shopping from quality nurseries and trade stands, the National Dahlia Society Show, NAFAS floral displays, expert advice and more. Adults £12.60; RHS members free 01483 224234; www.rhs.org.uk

HARROGATE AUTUMN FLOWER SHOW 15–17 September, 9.30am–5.30pm

Great Yorkshire Showground, Railway Road, Harrogate HG2 8NZ Practical ideas and inspiration from street-scene gardens. Atmospheric displays in the Floral Pavillion. Live talks and demonstrations in the Dig It theatre, handmade crafts and specialist foods. Adults £15.50 (£18 on gate) 01423 546157; www.flowershow.org.uk

GARDEN AND HARVEST FESTIVAL

16–17 September, 10am–5pm Forde Abbey, Chard, Somerset TA20 4LU Charlie Dimmock and Christine Walkden are guest speakers at Toby Buckland’s new festival in Somerset. Autumn gardening ideas, practical demonstrations, talks and harvest-themed entertainments. Adults £10 (£12.50 on gate) 07561 261615; www.tobygardenfest.co.uk

MALVERN AUTUMN SHOW 23–24 September 10am–5pm

Three Counties Showground, Malvern, Worcs WR13 6NW Plants to buy, expert advice on hand, autumn floral fiesta and demonstrations. Giant veg competition. Adults £16 (£20 on gate) 01684 584924; www.malvernautumn.co.uk