So, you’ve decided to try to reduce plastic in your garden - but what are the best alternatives? Rubber, especially natural rubber, can be a more sustainable option than plastic for a variety of reasons. Plastic is derived from petroleum, a non-renewable resource, and contributes to long-lasting environmental pollution due to its inability to biodegrade. Most plastics take hundreds of years to break down, and as they do, they shed microplastics that can harm wildlife and ecosystems.

The Big Garden Birdwatch is back for 2025, offering a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and contribute to the world’s largest garden wildlife survey.

Have you noticed a few less bumblebees buzzing about this year? There’s a reason for that. Bumblebees play a crucial role in pollinating many of the plants that sustain our ecosystems and food supply, but they are facing a serious crisis.