Jon Hawkins - Surrey Hills Photography
No Mow May
Many mown grass areas are already full of wildflowers. If they get just a six-week break from mowing in late spring or summer they can flower and set-seed.
In those six weeks, they provide delight for us and nectar for insects. By not deviating too much from standard grass mowing management they are easy for gardeners and local authorities to do.
Why not give it a go for your front garden this year?
Common limpet
If you’ve ever been rockpooling, you’ve probably seen a limpet or two! Their cone-shaped shells clamp onto rocks until the tide comes in…
Giant horntail
With yellow-and-black bands, the giant horntail looks like a large wasp, but is harmless to us. The female uses her long, stinger-like…
7-spot ladybird
One of our most common ladybirds, the black-on-red markings of the 7-spot ladybird are very familiar. Ladybirds are a gardeners best…
