Lawn hacks: Garden expert says September is 'ideal time' to get grass 'ready for winter'

Daffodils, crocuses and hyacinths can all be planted by the end of September.

Hardy summer-flowering bulbs like lilies, alliums and crocosmia can be planted in September and October.

However, tulips are best planted in November.

The Homebase gardening expert added: “If you have a pond, put a net over it before autumn leaves start to fall.