I still remember the pain of walking a bit too close to stinging nettles and for years have disliked them. But this year I'm encouraging them in my garden, and you should too! Nettles might not be the prettiest plant, they might not have a pleasant aroma, they might cause you…
Over the last few years I've made some fairly major changes to my way of life. There's so much more to do and sometimes I feel like I'm really not doing enough. I've written this to remind myself of all the things I no longer buy and to show other people…
Fed up of slugs nibbling on your plants? You might be tempted to reach for some slug pellets the next time you're in the garden centre. Unfortunately slug pellets are not only harmful to slugs and snails, they're also harmful to other wildlife, your pets and small children. Luckily for all…
I'm currently in the process of making plans for my new garden. I want it to be much more wildlife and insect friendly than it currently is (it's just a lawn) and I'd really like to grow some vegetables too, although I might be lucky enough to get an allotment soon.…
Glyphosate facts Glyphosate is the world’s most widely sold weedkiller. It was first registered for use in the U.S. in 1974. There are over 750 products containing glyphosate for sale in the United States. It's a non-selective herbicide, meaning it will kill most plants. It prevents the plants from making certain…
I love gardening as I find it relaxing and I love to watch my garden change over the seasons and years. My approach to gardening has somewhat changed recently though. I do less in the garden (partly because I'm busy, I'm not going to lie) because I want it to be…