Garden tillers, or rotavators, make light work of cultivating soil and are a great solution to preparing the garden for growing fruit and vegetables, taking the work and time out…
What is Eating Seedlings? How to Simply Stop Slugs the Natural Way
Have you ever got your seedlings got off to a great start, only to wake up one morning to find something has nibbled all the leaves off overnight? It’s pretty…
Hedgerow Pesto – Recipes for Foraged Greens
Foraging for wild plants and herbs is a great way to get in touch with nature. One of the most rewarding recipes for foraged greens is by turning them into…
Planting Trees on Farmland – How it Helps your Farm or Smallholding
Planting trees on farmland has lots of benefits for a healthy eco-system. A healthy eco-system relies on a harmonious natural environment. This means a diversity of plants, insects and wildlife,…
Natural Pest Control in the Vegetable Garden. Leave it to nature…
Slugs, snails and insects such as aphids, have just one thing on their minds – eating your crops! It makes sense to get rid of these pests, but using chemicals…
Alder Tree – A Guide to Woodland Trees
An Alder tree (Alnus glutinosa) is a member of the Birch tree family. Alders are fascinating and versatile members of the tree family. They are known for their distinctive characteristics…
Dream of Starting a Smallholding? Start right now!
Living off the land, starting a smallholding, being at one with the rhythms of nature… it all feels like a bit of a dream for most. An aspiration that allows…
Camping with Kids – 12 Survival Tips for a Fun Adventure
Camping with kids can be an exhilarating experience, full of excitement, laughter, and unforgettable moments. However, it also requires careful planning and preparation to ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor…
Crab Apple Jam Recipe – A Forager’s Treat!
Ever wondered how you can use crab apples to make a jam? Here we have a foolproof crab apple jam recipe that is really easy to make at home. Even…
Top 5 Easiest Crops for Lazy Gardeners
Looking for the easiest crops to grow in your garden? You’re not alone. Many of us have filled a pot with compost, grown a seed or planted a plant –…
Practical Tips for Helping Children with Hay Fever
Hay-fever sufferers know just how itchy and miserable summertime can sometimes be, and for children it can be hard to resist eye rubbing. Helping children with hay-fever is really important,…
How to Make Bug Hotels, and why you need one…
Bug hotels, insect houses or creepy crawly mansions. Whatever you call them, there are loads of benefits of having one in your garden. Not only do they look like an…