Garden
Can you compost a Christmas tree? What you need to know
If you’ll be taking your Christmas tree down soon and you opted for a real one this year, you might be wondering the same thing…
How I’m adding colour to my garden with a winter planter
While the colder weather does mean being indoors more over winter, having garden pots and planters positioned near the house is a…
The 5-7-9 rule for bird feeders could keep squirrels at bay
Feeding the birds is all fun and games until you end up feeding the squirrels instead. Lately, though, I’ve noticed some buzz…
3 ways to reuse pine needles in your garden this winter
You say tomato, I say tomato. You say bin your pine needles, I say don’t you dare! Whether it’s blanketing paths and borders, or…
Christmas lights can cause a ‘false dawn’ effect for birds
It’s the season of twinkling Christmas lights, but for birds, that can lead to something known as the ‘false dawn’ effect. Birds…
How to make a Christmas dinner for birds
Feeding the birds that visit your garden is one of life’s small pleasures. Not only is it a relaxing pastime for us, but it also…
What to feed birds in winter – 3 high-energy favourites
If you’re looking for the best winter food for birds, the answer is pretty simple: high-energy foods are key, according to…
What to put outside to keep wildlife warm in winter
For December, it’s still fairly mild outside – but with temperatures set to drop over the coming months, I’ve been wondering what…
Garden experts want you to make a wreath out of a potato
If you haven’t hung a wreath on your front door yet, don’t worry, there’s still time – and the simple hack I’m about to tell you…
2026 gardening resolutions for a wilder, kinder space
There’s something about a new year that makes you want to hit reset, and for me, that always extends to the garden. Even with two…
From January to December: a rose for every birth month
Roses have long been wrapped up in symbolism – love, memory, resilience, new beginnings – which is perhaps why so many of us feel…
I made a cheery living wreath that lasts beyond Christmas
Fixing the wreath on the front door is the perfect festive finishing touch. And while there are some fabulous ready-made…