Is rubber a sustainable plastic alternative?
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.
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Join the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2025: Your Ultimate Guide
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.
3 ways to help Save bumblebees from crisis!
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.
Hidden plastics in your garden and how to replace them...
Gardening is often seen as a hobby that brings us closer to nature, yet lurking in many gardens are hidden plastics that undermine this connection. From seed trays to plant labels, plastic has a sneaky way of infiltrating even the greenest of spaces without us realising.
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How to Attract UK Bats to Your Garden
Bats are essential for maintaining a healthy bio-network, particularly in the UK, where 18 species of bats can be found (17 of which are known to be breeding here). They might have developed a chilling reputation thanks to their portrayal in film and literature but these nocturnal creatures are, in fact, very adorable; but more importantly, they’re a key member of our local ecosystems...
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Handy tips for storing your homegrown produce
Growing your own produce is rewarding in more ways than one, but knowing how to preserve your harvest can extend the benefits even further. After all, why spend all that time growing yummy herbs, veggies and fruit, just for it to go bad before you eat it?
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Why aren’t there any insects in my insect hotel?
Insect hotels have become a popular garden addition for those who want local wildlife to thrive. Whether you’ve got a large, landscaped yard or a balcony garden - these cosy hideaways provide habitats for various beneficial insects, including bees, butterflies and their prey.
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Can growing peas and beans improve soil?
From saving on your food shopping bill, to avoiding consuming harmful chemicals, there are so many reasons why you should grow your own food if you have the space to do so. But did you know that there are extra benefits to growing certain plants, such as peas and beans?
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Are hedgehogs endangered in the UK?
If you live in the UK, you’re likely to be familiar with the beloved hedgehog. These mammals of the subfamily Erinaceinae are icons of the British countryside (not to mention their famous role in the nostalgia-inducing THINK! road safety advert of the nineties). While they are not classified as endangered, hedgehog populations are declining across Britain, causing concern among conservationists.
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Nature's Playground: How Green Spaces Enhance Young Minds (and Why We Need More)
Did you know that spending time in nature isn't just fun for kids, it's actually beneficial for their cognitive development? A recent study published in The Guardian (June 16, 2024) highlights the positive impact of green spaces on young brains.
What should I wear in the garden in spring?
Unlike summer, when we know the weather is more likely to be warm and dry, and winter, when we prepare for the cold, spring and autumn seem to make up their own rules! Spring, in particular, is a season when you might come to expect a seemingly random combination of snow, hail, rain, high winds and sunshine with patches of blissful warmth - all in the space of a week. Well, it wouldn’t be spring without some unpredictability, would it?
Plastic-free Gardening: 5 sustainable swaps to make in 2024
There are a number of reasons why plastic is so abundant in home gardens, whether it’s in the form of plant pots, gardening tools, labels or other items. Plastic costs very little to produce making it affordable for home gardeners. However, it’s really crucial to know that according to science.org, 79% of all plastic waste that has ever been produced is sitting in landfills or in the natural environment somewhere.
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