There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

BBC Dragon’s Den star Deborah Meaden is encouraging people to get outside and pick up fallen leaves - but it's not to keep ...

David said: “The first frost often catches gardeners off guard because it arrives while your garden still looks full of life.