Jobs to do

Divide herbaceous perennials. This will keep plants healthy and vigorous year after year and multiply your stock.

If you want to stop debris accumulating in your pond, cover it with a net.

Clean out cold frames and greenhouses ahead of autumn sowing and growing.

Begin to plant springflowering bulbs such as daffodils, crocus and hyacinths.

Continue to feed and deadhead hanging-basket and container plants.

Keep deadheading annuals and perennials to extend their performance.

Keep camellias (pictured) and rhododendrons well watered to ensure that next year’s buds develop well.

If you have a glut of fruit and vegetables, try freezing, drying, pickling and storing some.