September always feels like a turning point in the garden. The long, lighter days of summer begin to shorten, the mornings have a cooler edge, and there is a sense that the garden is quietly preparing itself for the months ahead.

For many of us, there is another familiar marker of September: the children go back to school. After the busy, slightly chaotic rhythm of the summer holidays, routines return — and the garden benefits from a little renewed attention too.

When people hear the word wilding, they often picture sprawling cottage gardens, tangled meadows and countryside landscapes. But wildlife-friendly gardening can work beautifully in modern spaces too. Read on to hear how.

For gardeners, March 1st marks the first day of meteorological spring. It also signals the start of outdoor preparation, such as soil improvement, pruning, and early planting and sowing. It couldn't be a more exciting time of year for the garden and it’s also the perfect moment to start planning your garden design project.

Here’s why getting in touch early makes a big difference.