Perfect plants for pollinating insects
Here are some of Penny and Peter's favourite plants for providing that all-important pollen and nectar for the insects in their garden.
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Homes for bees and bugs
Seeing and hearing bees and other insects in our garden is one of the joys of spring and summer. Recently Peter and Penny have been delighted by solitary bees nesting in their bug homes. Here they…
Helping plants survive slugs and snails
Gardeners often ask Wild About Gardens advisors (WAGAs) how they can protect their plants from slugs and snails without using harmful chemicals, and still encourage the wildlife that feeds on them…
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