As the days shorten, you need to start preparing your succulents for their winter dormancy. Follow these tips for what you need to do.

• By the end of September – start reducing the amount you water your plants to once a fortnight
• When buying new nursery plants, re-pot into peat-free, well-draining compost as soon as possible, but don’t water them – there will be sufficient moisture already in the compost
• Start to think about where you’ll overwinter your plants if they are kept outside over the summer. A greenhouse, conservatory, cold frame, indoor windowsill or even a shed with windows will do.