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There is a very definite nip in the air now that tells us autumn has well and truly set in. It’s always sad to be thinking about battening down the hatches in the garden for the cold weather ahead, but with a new season comes new opportunities.
Although pickings undoubtedly slow down in the autumn and winter, things on the veg plot are far from quiet. Some crops thrive in cold weather and, for garlic, it is prime time for planting. Deputy editor Emma Rawlings reveals her favourite varieties and how to get the best out of your crop this season.