Tag Archives: Sustainability

RHS Resilient Garden: Sustainable Gardening for a Changing Climate (Hardcover)

RHS Resilient Garden: Sustainable Gardening for a Changing Climate (Hardcover) In this forward-thinking gardening guide, award-winning garden designer Tom Massey, drawing on the latest RHS research, offers a blueprint for creating a beautiful, climate-resilient, and sustainable garden. Addressing the challenges posed by an ever-changing climate, Massey provides essential tips on analyzing… Read more »

The Urban Worm – Worm Farming For All!

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Worm farming, also known as vermicomposting, is the practice of using worms to decompose organic waste, turning it into nutrient-rich compost. The most common worms used for this purpose are Tiger worms (Eisenia fetida or Eisenia andrei). The process involves creating a controlled environment where these worms can thrive and… Read more »

Coconut Coir – The Versatile and Environmentally Friendly Friend of the Gardener

Coconut coir, often simply referred to as coir, is a versatile and environmentally friendly material that has gained popularity in gardening for its various uses and benefits. Coir is derived from the fibrous husk of coconuts and is widely used as a sustainable alternative to traditional gardening materials like peat… Read more »

Help Biodiversity with a Mini-Wetland in Your Garden

Looking for a nature friendly little project for your garden or outside space? Try creating a mini-wetland! WWT (Wildfowl and Wetland Trust) are the UK’s leading wetland conservation charity – and they have some great ideas on anybody can help bring a little bit of wetland into your garden –… Read more »

RHS How to Garden the Low-carbon Way: The Steps You Can Take to Help Combat Climate Change (Paperback)

RHS How to Garden the Low-carbon Way: The Steps You Can Take to Help Combat Climate Change (Paperback) This book addresses the environmental impact of gardening and offers practical solutions to make your gardening practices more eco-friendly. It tackles questions about using potting compost, selecting plants that absorb pollution, and finding… Read more »

The Climate Change Garden, UPDATED EDITION: Down to Earth Advice for Growing a Resilient Garden (Paperback)

The Climate Change Garden, UPDATED EDITION: Down to Earth Advice for Growing a Resilient Garden (Paperback) In this comprehensive guide for gardeners worldwide, you’ll discover how to adapt your garden to thrive in the face of increasingly erratic weather patterns and other consequences of our rapidly changing climate. Traditional gardening methods… Read more »

Gardening in a Changing World: Plants, People and the Climate Crisis (Hardcover)

Gardening in a Changing World: Plants, People and the Climate Crisis (Hardcover) In “Gardening in a Changing World,” author Darryl Moore addresses the urgent threat to our planet and emphasizes the pivotal role that plants, particularly in gardens and parks, can play in its rescue. While we often appreciate plants for… Read more »

Sustainable Garden: Projects, insights and advice for the eco-conscious gardener (4) (Sustainable Living Series) Hardcover

Sustainable Garden: Projects, insights and advice for the eco-conscious gardener (4) (Sustainable Living Series) Hardcover This guidebook, which has been nominated for the GMG GARDEN BOOK OF THE YEAR award, offers a stylish, inspirational, and practical approach to maintaining an environmentally friendly outdoor space. Sustainable gardener Marian Boswall leads us through… Read more »

Got Milk? The Environmental Impact of Dairy Milk and Plant-Based Alternatives

The environmental impact of milk and milk alternatives can vary depending on several factors, including production methods, transportation, and packaging. Here are some general points to consider: Dairy Milk: Plant-Based Milk Alternatives (e.g., almond, soy, oat, and rice milk): It’s important to note that not all plant-based milk alternatives have… Read more »

Seven Steps to an Eco-Friendly Oasis From The RHS

Embarking on a journey to create a more environmentally friendly garden? The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has shared a fantastic guide, outlining seven steps to infuse your garden with green goodness. Let’s dive into this eco-friendly gardening adventure together! Step 1: Smart Plant Choices Begin your journey by making informed… Read more »