Notes from the garden

Garden

Plants, seasons and care.

A stone-paved courtyard in autumn colours

Garden · October 20, 2026

Autumn is planting season: jobs for this month

The best time to plant trees and shrubs is autumn, not spring.
Gardener and client holding a seedling with soil

Garden · October 12, 2026

Good gardens start with good soil

Compacted post-construction soil is a plant’s first enemy. Loosening, compost and drainage.