& your garden

With climate change becoming such an important issue we all need to do all we can to mitigate its effects. Having greener gardens helps store carbon emissions , reduce flooding and create a better environment for our birds and pollinating insects. Here a just a few simple ways to make a difference.

 Plant an evergreen hedge or grow climbers in front of your fence.

 Have a larger lawn which you mow less often and create wildflower corners.

 Plant a tree or more evergreen shrubs.

 Build a pond or boggy area.

 Make your own compost and mulch.

 Avoid chemical fertilisers and weed killers.

 Reduce your gravel and paving areas

 Install water butts and use collected water for your beds.

 Grow your own fruit and vegetables.

Just be more relaxed about having a pristine tidy garden and allow nature a look in. If you really do want large gravel areas then fill it with pots, grasses and sedum.