Permaculture, what is it? (2)
The 5 permaculture dimensions make the system robust. Can you recognize them in your garden?
Discuknowledge
Background information on eco-friendly gardening and permaculture
Naming of plants
Official plant names are registered in nomenclature codes.
Permaculture, what is it? (1)
Short introduction on permaculture backgrounds. What were the reasons to develop this vision? What’s the difference with organic farming?
Wetlands in gardens
Wetlands, what are they? We think their natural processes can also be relevant for your own garden. Listen also to our podcast series on the subject!
Allotments in the UK: a brief history
Brief history on UK allotments. What’s an allotment? And info on commons, Enclosures and Industrial Revolution, Small Holding and Allotments Acts.
Goldcrest
The goldcrest is Europe’s smallest bird and every gardeners’ friend.
Botanical gardens: interesting for wildlife-friendly gardeners?
Botanical gardens have a scientific character. You may be wondering whether they are relevant to wildlife-friendly gardeners. We think they are.
Herenboeren: Dutch CSA initiative
Herenboeren are residents who start their own nature inclusive farm. This blogs explains this Dutch initiative.
Attracting garden birds
Attracting garden birds: what can gardeners do? No matter what species you’re thinking about, it’s always about shelter, food and breeding space.
Paradise Garden
Visit to a replica of the Paradise Garden, a famous concept of the late Geoff Hamilton. It consists of the Town Garden and the Country Garden.