The Queen once said she had an Annus Horrbilius, well this August has
without doubt been August Awfilius! Reports are indicating the wash
out month, has led to a record low butterfly population and summer is
nearly over. Lawns and trees, with all the rain have been lush green
but gardeners will be hoping September is pleasant and the colourful,
reliable Dahlias, could just be the ideal plant to bring some colour
to your garden as summer slips away.

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