If you want colour without any fuss I can't recommend chrysanthemums enough ad. If you want an evergreens then heathers like calluna are perfect And if want plants for the top of your bulbs lasagnes or you just want some beautiful bedding pansies and violas are a classic this time of year. A

You don't want to plant tulips yet but hyacinth, crocus, daffodils and alliums will look fantastic in your borders or pots. You just need to plant them 3x the depth of the bulb. The is the last month you want to to aerate, scarify and reseed your lawn You can start Collecting seeds from hardy

Generally leave all types of hydrangea alone until spring after the risks of frost have passed but if you really want to - you can prune smooth or panicle hydrangeas as they flower on new wood. #gardening

This couldn't have happened at a worse time I tried everything to clean my garden patio slabs of weather proof paint and nothing would remove it... except for this.

Deter pests from digging up your bulbs with this easy hack. Add a pinch of capsicum or hot chilli powder when planting bulbs. Sprinkle it on the bulbs and in the hole, then dust the top. The pests will be put off by the heat, leaving your bulbs safe and your spring display intact. #gardening