Monty Don's Golden Rule: Ditch Rigid Gardening Calendars
BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don warns against sticking to rigid gardening calendars in our changing climate, sharing his golden rule for pruning and timing tasks.
Category : Sustainability
Mary Berry's Gardening Journey and Expert Tips
Mary Berry shares her evolution from gardening novice to passionate expert, offering practical advice on soil testing, deadheading, weed control, and proper planting techniques for thriving gardens.
Alan Titchmarsh's Top 7 Houseplants Revealed
Gardening legend Alan Titchmarsh has unveiled his seven favourite houseplants on his new YouTube channel, including one that's virtually indestructible for beginners.
Cinnamon: A Natural Rat Deterrent for Your Home
Discover how cinnamon, a common kitchen spice, can help repel rats from entering your home during winter. Learn effective methods and expert tips for pest control.
1% for the Planet: Brands Giving Back to the Environment
Discover how businesses like Patagonia and Rave Coffee are donating 1% of sales to environmental non-profits, supporting climate action and sustainability efforts globally.
Unlimited Mint for 55p: Expert's Simple Propagation Method
Martha Swales shares a clever trick to propagate mint from a single supermarket packet, ensuring endless supply for cooking and tea without repeated purchases.
Five February Gardening Jobs That Cannot Wait Until Next Year
Horticultural expert Simon from Walking Talking Gardeners outlines five time-sensitive gardening tasks for February including pruning fruit trees, trimming wisteria, and dividing snowdrops that must be completed this month or missed until next year.
Mount Warning Trail May Reopen Sooner Than 2027 Target
Tweed Shire Council debates fast-tracking Mount Warning's reopening, potentially ahead of the NSW government's 2027 timeline, to boost tourism and address Indigenous management.
Oslo Named World's Greenest City with Bee Highways
Oslo, Norway's capital, has been named the world's greenest city by travel experts, with 95% of residents living within 300 metres of a park and innovative 'bee highways' for pollinators.
Binman's Cooking Oil Tip: Use General Waste, Not Food Bin
A bin collector on TikTok clarifies that used cooking oil should go in general waste, not food or recycling bins, to prevent plumbing issues and bin damage.
RSPCA's 'Neuter an Ex' Valentine's Scheme Raises £2,000
An RSPCA branch in Altrincham runs a tongue-in-cheek Valentine's fundraiser where £10 donations neuter feral cats named after ex-partners, raising £2,000 for animal welfare.
Bake Off Winner's DIY Green Cleaning Saves Money and Planet
Great British Bake Off champion Nancy Birtwhistle urges households to make eco-friendly cleaning solutions from simple ingredients, highlighting tangible cost savings and environmental benefits.
Guy Martin Creates Zero Energy Bills Home in Stretford
TV presenter Guy Martin converts a 1930s semi-detached house in Stretford into an ultra-energy-efficient home with no energy bills for a new Channel 4 documentary series.
Austrian Resort Dumps Fake Snow for Eco-Friendly Nature Park
Villach's Dobratsch mountain closed its ski resort to avoid artificial snow, creating a nature park that protects ecosystems and offers affordable outdoor activities, highlighting a sustainable alternative to snow cannons in the Alps.
Peace Lily Owners Urged to Move Plants Now for Spring Blooms
Experts advise moving peace lilies to brighter spots in February to encourage flowering. East-facing windows with indirect light are ideal for these resilient houseplants.
Defra Updates Recycling Fines Ahead of Four-Bin System Launch
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has issued new guidance on fines for banned items as England prepares for a major recycling overhaul with four separate bins per household starting March 31.
Alan Titchmarsh Bans One Tree from His Garden
Gardening legend Alan Titchmarsh explains why he refuses to plant the weeping birch in his Hampshire garden, while recommending alternatives for different plot sizes.
Top 5 February Plants for a Vibrant Spring Garden
Horticulturist David Domoney reveals the five best plants to sow in February for a colourful, robust spring garden, including hardy bulbs and striking shrubs.
Modern Milkman Adds Electronics Recycling to UK Deliveries
The Modern Milkman, a UK grocery delivery firm, will now collect broken electronics and toys for recycling during its rounds, charging customers £2.50 per bag to tackle e-waste.
My Orchid Bloomed for 3 Months After One Simple Change
A lifestyle reporter shares how moving her orchid to a brighter location with indirect light transformed it from dormant to blooming spectacularly for three months.
Valentine's Day Flowers: Environmental Impact of Imports
About half of Australia's fresh flowers are imported, carrying larger chemical and carbon footprints. Learn how to choose sustainable, locally grown bouquets for Valentine's Day.
King Charles's Eco-Village Abandoned: 'Apocalyptic' Welsh Site
A flagship eco-village in South Wales, backed by King Charles's charity, lies abandoned for over a decade, with locals comparing it to a 'zombie' village from a Hollywood movie.
Gardener's Cardboard Planter Hack Saves Money and Environment
A professional horticulturist demonstrates how to transform cardboard packaging into biodegradable planters, offering an eco-friendly gardening solution that reduces waste.
Ancient Rammed Earth Technique Revived for Modern Eco-Building
Architects are rediscovering rammed earth construction, using local soil to create sustainable buildings with low carbon footprints, addressing climate challenges in the construction industry.
Backyard Gardens: Healthy for People and Planet
Discover how starting a backyard vegetable garden can improve your health, reduce carbon emissions, and benefit local ecosystems with expert planning tips.
Patio Cleaner Removes Stains in 24 Hours Without Scrubbing
Gardeners are hailing a £15 patio cleaner as a game-changer for removing moss, algae, and stains from outdoor surfaces without scrubbing or pressure washing.
Doggy Daycare Worker's Honest Breed List Sparks Debate
A doggy daycare worker has shared her candid views on eight dog breeds she would avoid owning, citing personal experiences that challenge popular perceptions of these pets.
Natural Ice Melt: Coffee, Vinegar & Fertiliser Tips
Discover natural alternatives to salt for melting ice on driveways and gardens. Learn how coffee grounds, vinegar, and fertiliser work effectively without harming plants or surfaces.
Bruce Friedrich on Meat's Biological Appeal and Future Alternatives
Author Bruce Friedrich argues humanity's biological craving for meat necessitates like-for-like replacements like cultivated and plant-based options to tackle environmental damage.
Experts Urge Gardeners to Do This One Simple Lawn Task
As winter transitions to spring, five gardening professionals unanimously recommend one crucial maintenance step to ensure lawn health and prepare for vigorous growth in the coming months.
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