heatwave of the year, you might be looking at your garden wondering whether some major changes are due in the years to come. The national weather and climate service noted the top five warmest summers on record have all happened since 2003. If you’re thinking about making a few changes to your yard so you can enjoy the outdoors come rain or extreme shine, three gardening experts have shared their top tips to heatwave-proof your outdoor space. “Not only do they stay noticeably cooler, but they also create a far more natural and wildlife-friendly garden.” Give your soil some (organic) TLCKate Gould noted soil preparation is “the key ingredient to a flourishing garden”.