Prune hedges before nesting season

Autumn and winter tend to be the seasons when the structure of a garden is most appreciated. Frost picks out the shapes of evergreen shrubs and hedging, and sun pierces through a filigree of bare bran

A healthy ecosystem in the garden has so many benefits for your plants and local wildlife. The autumn and winter months can be notoriously tricky for plot visitors thanks to the diminished food resour

Plant a tree now while the soil is warm and moist so it can establish before winter sets in. Whether you buy a container-grown or bare-root specimen, choose a fruiting one for birds. This will be a la

Privet makes a resilient, versatile hedge that is easy to care for and beneficial to wildlife

Grow a haven for wildlife

Jean Vernon suggests practical ways to provide food, habitats and safety for our feathered friends as the weather cools