Your wildlife month

Throughout August I cut the box hedges that give shape to the vegetable garden. They’re just under waist height but that’s enough to protect most plants from the wind and they are a good dark backgrou

The sight of these sensational aerodynamic birds in flight brings much joy. Here’s how to help these summertime visitors

Tempt pretty butterflies into your garden with these blooms

Extend the season of pollen and nectar for pollinators – which may still be on the wing before hibernation, migration or the end of their lifecycle – by planting some late-season blooms. Fill gaps in

THERE’S nothing better in midsummer than going into the garden and listening to the buzzing of bees going about their business – especially if you are taking the chance to sit and relax! Similarly, it

In an insect-rich summer common blue THE ‘insectageddon’ ...