RHS Gardening Through the Year

Pruning roses, planting potatoes, cutting back perennials - there's a right time for most jobs in the garden, but remembering it all is another matter. Ian Spence, who spent years preparing projects for BBC Gardeners' World, takes you through the gardening year month by month, so you know what to tackle and when.

Each month brings a clear rundown of seasonal tasks, with handy 'last chance' reminders, ideas for getting ahead and a weather watch to help you plan around the conditions. Step-by-step projects cover everything from saving seeds and drying flowers to caring for ponds, containers and bird boxes.

There's advice on looking after flowers, trees, fruit and vegetables too, as well as seasonal plant suggestions and a detailed directory of 350 plants to help you plan ahead.