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Bird baths

By Adam Pasco on 18/02/2008 10:44:00

Man cannot live by bread alone, and neither can birds! When it comes to garden bird care, food is not the only thing I consider on these cold winter mornings.Waking up to a thick layer of frost to scrape off the car windscreen before I could leave


The first bumblebee of the year

By Richard Jones on 25/03/2009 11:38:02

in the morning. Examined carefully in the hand of nearly four-year-old, we discussed what could have happened to them, and what funeral arrangements might be appropriate.This is a vulnerable time for these popular and fascinating insects. Having spent several


Garden bird care in winter

By Adam Pasco on 11/01/2010 12:06:52

The danger of frozen water pipes is on my mind during this freezing weather, but I'm also concerned that garden birds are suffering, too.Water in my bird bath quickly turns into a solid sheet of ice on cold nights, and hasn't been thawing out during the day either, as temperature...


Harlequin ladybirds

By Pippa Greenwood on 12/01/2011 17:58:20

.I carefully inspected the contents of one of most popular window frames for insect hibernation, and the same seemed to be true: most native ladybirds are fine and most harlequins are dead.  I have a feeling Mother Nature may have been taking action


Garden foxes

By Richard Jones on 05/12/2012 10:41:00

, but it gave me quite a shock.I don’t believe the fox thought it was attacking a baby. It was more likely to have been attracted by the smell of fermenting drool, food and sweat that had impregnated the cloth. We take care never to leave soft toys outside


Help wildlife survive winter

By Gardeners' World on 11/11/2011 15:00:41

Winter wildlifeMost garden wildlife hibernates over winter, as food is in short supply and freezing temperatures make life difficult. Learn how to help wild creatures through the cold winter months, below.In winter, wild animals and insects hunker


How to make a mini-pond

By Gardeners' World on 20/07/2011 14:29:21

Water adds a new dimension to any garden and our pond-in-a-pot is the ideal place to grow miniature waterlilies and other small aquatic plants. This idea is quick and easy to make and requires minimal care. The larger the container, the more


'Grow Your Own' Week: Garden birds

By Richard Jones on 31/03/2010 11:44:58

are also on the rebound after the snow damage and I can see tight curled buds on the currant bushes. We're a bit pressed for time at the moment, and I just know the place will be a sea of weeds if we're not careful, and then we'll get a ticking off from


Reflections on Gardeners' World Live 2009

By Adam Pasco on 15/06/2009 16:46:50

and (hopefully) entertaining shows with great gardeners like Pippa Greenwood, Anne Swithinbank, Alys Fowler and Kevin Smith on far ranging topics like orchids, pest control, thrifty tips and wildlife gardening.What a mix. In one show we could be describing


New arrivals

By Adam Pasco on 16/07/2007 10:58:02

.In the end we called the Council, who baited boxes, carefully positioned around my neighbours garden. And finally a dead rat was discovered - problem sorted. Happy chickens. Happy neighbours...and a very happy Pasco family.PS Where did the statistic come from


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