Hibernation Haven for an Abundant Garden
Discover how to create a nature haven for the local wildlife in your garden to hibernate over winter.
Wildflowers in Autumn: A Feast for Garden Birds
As Summer transitions to Autumn, wildflowers transform from a riot of colour to a more subdued palette. The vibrant blooms may be fading, but the magic continues! Among the golden hues and rustic browns of September and October, the wildflower seed heads are taking centre stage.
Frequently requested answers
To feed or not to feed? So, a little biology first. Plants love food – nutrients and water, without exception. The reason some people think wild flowers prefer less nutrition is because the widespread amenity grasses that they often have to compete with thrive on extra nitrogen and other nutrients …
Autumn sowings
We can take our cue from nature. Most perennial plants and many annuals can be sown at the time of natural dispersal of the parent in the wild. In the case of perennials start them off now and under protection from the worst of the winter weather, your babies will …