Invest in a worm farm If you’re squeamish about worms, look away now. This is a homage to the wondrous work the wiggly wonders do… Sam Carlisle 30 Sep 2022 3 min read Gardens
How to have a truly green garden The UK has over 23 million gardens, accounting for around 4,440km2 of land. That’s more than a fifth of the size of Wales. If we all did our best to green our gardens, we could really do something to help all the British wildlife vulnerable to extinction – as well as lower our carbon emissions. Angela Terry 26 Apr 2022 4 min read Gardens
What’s the problem with using peat? There are much more climate-friendly alternatives to help your garden grow. Rachel England 16 Jul 2021 4 min read Gardens
The complete guide to sustainable garden furniture How to enjoy your outside space while respecting the environment. Rachel England 30 Mar 2021 11 min read Gardens
Attract birds to your garden: DO ONE THING Do One Thing is a regular series where we bring you a simple idea for reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the planet. The latest instalment: how to give birds a happy home in your garden. Rachel England 1 Sep 2020 4 min read Gardens
Five easy jobs that’ll get your garden ready for summer Get some fresh air, exercise and a garden ready for the sunshine. Rachel England 8 Apr 2020 3 min read Gardens
How to plant a tree in eight simple steps Planting a tree is one of the easiest ways to make a positive impact on the environment. Rachel England 9 Mar 2020 4 min read Gardens
Plant a tree: DO ONE THING Every week we bring you a simple idea for reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the planet. This week: how planting a tree is one of the easiest ways to make a positive impact on the environment. Rachel England 18 Oct 2019 3 min read Gardens
Start a compost heap (if you’ll use it): DO ONE THING Every week we bring you a simple idea for reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the planet. This week: how to start a compost pile (and what to do if you don’t have a garden). Rachel England 16 Oct 2019 4 min read Gardens
DO ONE THING: Grow your own veg Every week we bring you a new, simple idea for reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the planet. This week, we look at the many benefits of growing your own veg. Angela Terry 10 Sep 2019 3 min read Gardens
How to make your garden bee-friendly Every week we bring you a new, simple idea for reducing your carbon footprint and protecting the planet. In the first of this series, we look at five easy steps you can take to help bees thrive in your outdoor space. Angela Terry 31 Jul 2019 4 min read Gardens
Five top tips for gardening in summer heat waves Summer gardening tips for hot weather. Angela Terry 26 Jun 2018 3 min read Gardens
