May 2023

World Bee Day falls this month and I thought it would be great to celebrate that. Scientists and conservationists have for a while been discussing the importance of and risks to our pollinators so this international day is intended to raise awareness of the issues. On a local level I have been Read more…

Today’s post is all about native blossom and the apt term Blackthorn Winter provides us a reminder of how harsh weather can return at the drop of a hat- it refers to the habit Blackthorn has of flowering just before a cold snap. Surely it is a hard heart which Read more…