Today 
Job of the week
Make a bug box
Encourage helpful insects such as ladybirds, lacewings and bees into your garden by building them their own bug box. Giving them somewhere to shelter or hibernate, this simple to build home is perfect for gardeners who want to look after the wildlife in their garden and boost the balance between beneficial insects and pests.
Takes just: 2 hours
Discover how to make an inviting home for beneficial insects
Flowers
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- Plant herbs in decorative pots
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- Plant up containers with summer bedding
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- Mow lawns regularly
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