Pollination is the process of plant fertilisation. It is a critical ecosystem service that makes possible the productivity of agricultural systems around the world.
However, over the past three decades, the UK has experienced a significant decline in pollinator species.
Establishing pollinator gardens to sow wildflower seeds is a popular way for individuals to attempt to rectify the situation.
If you’re interested in starting a pollinator garden, you'll need to know the best time to sow wildflower seeds.
You have probably heard that bees are vital to our environment as they pollinate crops and food sources. They are also becoming endangered due to pesticide usage, harmful environmental contaminants and habitat loss. Without bees, our ecosystem is in danger of becoming unbalanced.
If you are looking to help the environment and support bees, read on to learn about the best bee-friendly seeds and plants.
Have you heard of the lawn to meadow movement? The premise of this movement is to bring back biodiversity to areas wherebiodiversity has been squashedby the ever-popular grass lawn.
Of course, that's not to say that growing grass is a bad thing. It's just to say that the attention we've given to grass above all other plantsmayhave made it more difficult for bees and other helpful (nay, crucial) pollinators to thrive.
Learning how to plant wildflowers in your own garden can make a huge difference in your community. By reintroducing a variety of pollinator-attracting flowers, you can create something beautiful and impactful.
Planting grass seed can seem a little like witchcraft to the uninitiated. While turf arrives more or less pre-planted and rolls out as easily as carpet, planting seed requires coaxing vibrant, living grass from bare dirt.
Sowing new grass seeds is an exciting spring activity for avid gardeners, but for beginners who dream of a beautiful green lawn, it can be challenging to get everything right. Here's the complete guide to watering new or growing grass seed.
Spring is fast approaching and it's time to start your first garden preparations for the season. Whether you plan to reseed your existing lawn or create a new one from scratch, there are some things you should do before planting your first grass seeds.
