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... Clear fallen leaves from greenhouse gutters to prevent them from becoming blocked.

I’d like to grow an indoor bonsai. Which one would you recommend for a beginner? – Brian Aitchison, by email

Ficus retusa is an easy-to-grow bonsai as it can cope with fluctuating temperatures and dry air, but all bonsai need close attention as they grow in very small amounts of compost.

Are there any roses that would work in a border where I plan to grow annual flowers? – Mia Carter, Ellon

‘For Your Eyes Only’ is a pale pink rose with a dark pink centre that looks like a wild rose but which is small and stature and repeat-flowers throughout the summer.

I’ve grown cannas in pots this year. Will they be OK outdoors during the winter? – Gemma Grove, North Berwick

It would be best to cut down the top growth and store them in a shed or garage, but if you can’t do that wrap the pots in bubble wrap and layer cardboard or straw over the top.

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