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A children’s nursery in Cottam is building upon its outdoor learning and play after a donation from David Wilson Homes ...
Looking to attract some feathered friends to your back yard? Here's some guidance on building your own bird garden.
An invasive species of fish that can live out of water has been found lurking in Canada, experts warn. The Department of ...
They’ll then use their findings to conclude whether we need to feed pond animals for them to survive and reflect on how our actions can impact pond habitats. Pond dipping runs in the warmer months of ...
The pond is being restored by the National Trust with funding from the Trust for Oxfordshire’s Environment (TOE). The work involved an excavator scraping out up to 10cm of the plant around the ...
Volunteers were called to help plant native vegetation along ponds near Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis on Treasure Island to stabilize the shoreline, improve habitat, and protect the water. “The ...
A native British plant known as starwort is particularly effective as it remains active all winter. Starwort is a type of “bunched oxygenator”, which plays a crucial role in keeping ponds ...
Marginal plants like marsh marigolds cluster around the pond’s edge and benefit from this springtime task. Without division, they can sprawl outwards and take over more space than you might like.
It's illegal to plant or help New Zealand Pygmyweed grow in the wild, and gardeners found doing so can be slapped with fines of up to £5,000 and even prison time.
01:29, 01 Apr 2025 Updated 08:54, 01 Apr 2025 Households with garden ponds are encouraged to do this quick task this spring to ensure clear waters all summer long (Image: Getty Images) ...
Pollinator plant boxes: Ideal for small-space gardens or balconies, these can be jam-packed with flowering plants to suit the season, representing a giant buffet for visiting hoverflies. Hoverfly ...
The film explores the significance of algae, a vital group of simple plants found in various environments, particularly in aquatic ecosystems. It highlights the diverse forms of algae, from ...