Bats are not the cutest looking of all animals, for the most part, and many people fear them. But bats are a huge part of British ecology and the conservation of bats is slowly dwindling. This ultimate guide to bats by Thomson Ecology shows you the ins and outs of […]
Gardening
Oppotex 100 Weed Membrane under Driveways and Walkways
Oppotex 100 Weed Membrane is very often used as a preventative measure to prevent and discourage the growth of weeds. It can be used in gardens before planting to create organic weed free soil, under driveways, walkways, and pathways made from aggregate, pavers, bricks, or tiles. It is a manmade […]
Recicling: How to Turn Junk into Alluring Garden Features
When people hear the word “garden”, all that comes to their minds is hard labour and mud. Most Londoners don’t see anything beautiful or positive into having some green space in front of your house or anywhere else around it. Everything is exhausting tasks and mud. That is wrong thinking! […]
Diatomaceous Earth: The Bug-Killing Substance You Can Eat
Imagine a pest control product that was deadly to invasive bugs, yet safe enough for human consumption. You would no longer need to use harmful chemicals in your home to treat pests and at the same time be rest assured that your family and pets are safe even if it […]
Preparing your Soil for the Spring: How to Make Hay in the Winter
Given the inclement weather and heavy rainfall that has hit the UK in recent times, the majority of home-owners’ thoughts are far removed from the warmth of springtime and cultivating their outdoor garden space. This is a shame, as the period of time between the October and February is important […]
Effective Tips to Keep Gopher Out of Your Garden
The next time you see a wily and deceitful gopher or discover the damage it has caused in your garden and pull your hair in frustration, take heart as this problem is very well curable. Getting rid of these destructive rodents, which are annoying at the same time suddenly, becomes […]
Safeguard Your Garden Against Animals
Gardening is not only relaxing, but it can be easy on the pocket too. With the right type of space, skills and desire, you can have an entire grocery store growing right in your backyard. It gives your compound a lovely ‘nature’ look and you know for a fact that […]
Surprising Things in Your Yard that Require Maintenance
Yard maintenance requires continual attention. There are obvious tasks like cutting the grass, pulling weeds or changing sprinkler heads that need to be done on a regular basis. However, some surprising things in your yard also require maintenance. It is important to monitor these items to keep your yard shining. […]
Techniques to Build Your Own Garden Shed
Most homeowners are aware of the fact that there exists no such term as ‘enough storage space'. There is always a shortage of storage space be it heaps of your clothes, countless kitchen utensils or piles of stacked DVDs and books. Similarly there is a limit to what you can […]
Save Your Garden from Dreadful Pests-The Natural and Chemical Free Approach
Nothing can actually ruin the beauty of your garden quicker than a sudden unexpected pest infestation. Bugs, slugs, snails - the range of the turf destroying species is vast and you should be ready for their dreadful attacks. At first sight their presence might appear to be quite natural, but […]
How to Care for Tadpoles
What Are Tadpoles Tadpoles are basically developing frogs during the larval stage. The first three letters in tadpole mean toad and the last 3 letters mean head. The process where tadpoles transform into frogs is known as metamorphosis. Witnessing this metamorphosis process firsthand can be one of the most amazing […]
Things to Consider When Planting Trees on Your Property
Before you go out on a limb and start planting trees on your property, there are some things you'll want to consider. With proper pre-planning, you can plant in comfort knowing you did your research. You'll be safe to dig holes without having to worry about hitting any number of […]
