Six autumn gardening tasks to prep your garden for spring
Gardening experts share six essential autumn tasks, from lawn care to planting bulbs, to ensure a vibrant garden come spring.
Category : Environment
Supervolcano 'thousands of atomic bombs' found under England
A supervolcano with the force of 'thousands of atomic bombs' has been discovered beneath The Wash, extending into Norfolk and Lincolnshire, after a 454-million-year-old eruption.
Pet kangaroo kills owner, blocks paramedics in Australia
A 77-year-old alpaca breeder was killed by his pet kangaroo in Western Australia, which then blocked paramedics from reaching him until police shot it.
Mail-order bride's daughter: 'It's a power dynamic, not romance'
Katya Suvorova, daughter of a mail-order bride, reveals the abuse, green card struggles, and stigma her family faced, urging people to see the power imbalance.
Iron Sulphate in September Kills Moss and Strengthens Lawns
Spraying lawns with iron sulphate in September kills moss quickly and feeds grass, making it stronger and greener for autumn, says a lawn expert.
Oldham's Northern Roots urban farm opens September 19
Northern Roots, the UK's largest urban farm, opens in Oldham on September 19 after £13m transformation of a former landfill site.
Monty Don's banana trick to ripen green tomatoes fast
Green tomatoes left unripe after the hot summer can be ripened indoors using a simple trick from Monty Don: place them in a drawer with a banana.
Grow Teasels Now to Attract Goldfinches to Your Garden
Plant teasels this autumn to help goldfinches survive winter, as the Scottish Wildlife Trust says these easy-to-grow plants provide vital seeds.
United Utilities fined record £900k over sewage spill
United Utilities has been fined £964,225 after raw sewage was discharged into the Fylde Coast for over 35 hours, affecting bathing waters in Blackpool, Lytham and Fleetwood.
Onions stay fresh for 6 months if stored in this spot—not fridge
Onions can last up to six months if stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, not the fridge, according to experts at Wheeldon Brothers.
Mentmore Towers owner hits back in Batman manor bat row
Mentmore Towers, the Batman Begins Wayne Manor, is at the centre of a row between its owner and Buckinghamshire Council over bat surveys and repairs.
Sleeping Sign Your Dog Truly Loves You
Experts reveal a subtle sign your dog loves you, visible only while asleep. This adorable behaviour shows they feel secure and protected.
Garden furniture owners urged to treat wood before autumn
Brits are urged to clean and treat garden furniture before autumn to prevent mould, which can develop within 24 to 48 hours of dampness.
Monty Don: Take cuttings in September for free spring blooms
Monty Don says September is the perfect month to take semi-ripe cuttings, offering gardeners a way to produce scores of new plants for free and ensure beautiful blooms next spring.
Tiny Northumberland island with castle ruins and special wildlife
Holy Island, or Lindisfarne, off Northumberland's coast offers castle ruins, seal spotting, and rich wildlife, drawing over 650,000 visitors yearly.
Wigan brook gets 'wiggle back' after 100 years
Work has started on 'rewiggling' Brookside Brook in Wigan, straightened a century ago by mining firms. The project aims to boost wildlife habitats and slow flood water.
NFU warns UK must cut reliance on imported food amid crisis
The UK is losing its ability to produce its own food, leaving it reliant on imports as the world becomes more unstable, the NFU has warned, urging food targets to reverse decline.
Gardens 'fuller' and 'more colourful' by completing 'free' job before December 1
Dividing established perennials in September can yield free plants, boost border fullness and colour next year, and improve plant health before winter.
Cream-Coated Scones Turn Out Softer, Says Baker
Brushing scones with double cream before baking keeps them soft and tender, says cookbook author Danielle Rye, who shares her full recipe.
Scotland warned 'cannot rest' on far-right despite low support
Experts warn Scotland 'cannot rest' on far-right despite low support, after AfD's strong showing in Germany's Saxony-Anhalt election.
Home Bargains dryer sheets keep skirting boards dust-free for months
Skirting boards stay dust-free for months using tumble dryer sheets from Home Bargains, a cheap cleaning hack that traps dust and leaves an anti-static coating.
Plant teasels in September to keep goldfinches visiting gardens
Teasels are a favourite food of goldfinches, and planting them in September can help the birds prepare for winter while attracting them to your garden.
September feed keeps Japanese maples thriving until spring
Japanese maples need their second and final feed of the year in September to carry them through winter until next spring, a gardening expert has advised.
Attenborough, 100, Urges Planet Repair in NTA Speech
Sir David Attenborough, 100, used his National Television Awards speech to urge action to 'repair the planet', saying the natural world now needs humanity.
Fast 30-min walk could rival longer strolls for health
A study of 104,000 older adults found a brisk 30-minute daily walk may be as beneficial as slower, longer walks, with pace mattering as much as step count.
United Utilities fined £964k over Irish Sea sewage spill
United Utilities has been fined £964,225 after raw sewage was discharged into the Irish Sea for over 35 hours along the Fylde Coast in 2023, harming bathing waters and businesses.
Child bitten by alligator in Florida lake
A child was bitten on the arm and leg by a 9-12ft alligator at Florida's Weeki Wachee Preserve, where swimming is banned, and rushed to hospital.
RNLI heroes branded traitors by so-called patriots
The RNLI has saved an average of two lives daily for 200 years, yet so-called patriots have branded two volunteers 'traitors' for saving lives without checking passports.
United Utilities fined £1m for sewage discharge into Lancashire coast
United Utilities has been fined £964,225 after pleading guilty to five environmental permit offences for discharging raw sewage into the Lancashire coastline in June 2023, affecting Blackpool and other seaside towns.
No evidence El Nino will hit UK food security, says government
The Government has said there is no current evidence that El Nino will cause food security issues in the UK, despite warnings from the Environment Secretary and UN.
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