Summer is on its here! In fact, June 21st is Midsummer – the longest day of the year – and with the lengthier periods of light and warmer weather, there’s plenty to do in the garden. We’ve listed this month’s top jobs to get done in the garden, but in keeping with our animal theme […]
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In the Garden: June
Summer is on its way! In fact, June 21st is Midsummer – the longest day of the year – and with the lengthier periods of light and warmer weather, there’s plenty to do in the garden. We’ve listed this month’s top jobs to get done in the garden, but in keeping with our animal theme […]
In the Garden : May
Did you know that here in Wales, May averages as the sunniest month of the year, with around 170-180 hours of sunshine? Good news for gardeners, as this means you can get outside and get lots of gardening hours in the bag! With the lengthier periods of sunshine during May, comes lengthier dry periods too. […]
Wildlife Ponds
A guide to keeping a pond and enjoying the charm and magic of wild, watery habitats. Spring is the perfect time to get out into the garden and enjoy the weather. A pond makes a lovely addition to a garden and provides a haven for wildlife, being considered a really important freshwater habitat for numerous […]
Incredible Edible Abergavenny
A grass roots movement based on growing fruit, herbs and vegetables in public spaces is gathering momentum in Abergavenny. Inspired by the example of Incredible Edible Todmorden, which has revolutionised the food culture of that Pennine town, Incredible Edible Abergavenny (in Welsh: Bwyd Bendigedig y Fenni) aims to inspire the people of Abergavenny to embrace […]
In the garden: April
Even though April sees much longer days and bouts of sunshine, you still need to be on the watch for night frosts. There’s always plenty to do in the garden, so here is a list of top jobs to get done this month: Plant summer flowering bulbs such as lilies, gladiolus and ranunculus into beds, […]
Garden Guardians
How your plants can help keep thieves out! We regularly give advice to residents about how to deter burglars, but have you ever thought how your garden and the plants you grow can help keep thieves at bay? Most burglars are lazy. They look for easy ways of getting into a house or garden and […]
Parkers Projects : Time to get fruity!
September is a fruitastic time of the year. Whether you are reaping the vegetable harvest or making wine and jams, it is a very satisfying time to watch all your hard work come to fruition. It is relatively easy to create a fruit garden, so why not give it a try? Unless you have a […]
Fun in the Sun
Alan Parker recently opened a new shop in Frogmore Street, selling DIY, Gardening, Housewares and Toys. His new editorial column begins this month with tips and suggestions on how to look after your garden and home during the summer months. July is the month to start thinking about holidays…but what about the austerity measures? Don’t […]
Friends of Linda Vista
Katrina Gass asks ‘Have you discovered the tranquility of Linda Vista Gardens?’ If you have, you will already know about the bright flower beds and the beautiful trees and shrubs which include some rare specimens. In the Gardens there are many ideal spots for a picnic and the play bed with its willow tunnel is […]
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