Prune rambler roses, cutting out a third of flowered stems at their base
Keep potted camellias well watered; this helps them form healthy buds for flowering next year
Plant hyacinths, paper-white narcissi and freesia for flowering at Christmas
Prune large-leaved hedges such as cherry laurel and japanese laurel with secateurs, not hedge trimmers, to prevent cut leaf edges browning
Raise the mowing height to help turf cope with drought; avoid feeding lawns or using weedkillers when dry
Feed permanent container plants with a high potash feed such as tomato food
