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Dig It – January Tips from the Secret Gardener
Witch Hazel is one of few January flowering shrubs. It will provide nectar when little else is available and its star-like blooms add a bright burst of colour in a pale winter landscape.
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Dig It – December tips from the Secret Gardener
The Secret Gardener suggests a potted Christmas tree that can go out in the garden after the festivities are over, and provide a meal for moths.
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Why Neonicotinoid pesticides should be banned
Dr Martin Warren explains why Neonicotinoid pesticides should be banned -
Good news for the Heath Fritillary
Good news at last for one of the UK's most threatened butterflies -
The Emperors of Dorset
Read Andrew Cooper's 'History of the Purple Emperor (Apatura Iris) butterfly in Dorset'.
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Landscape architect supporting Butterfly Conservation
David Newman is a university student and supporter of Butterfly Conservation. His latest project involved working with a landscape architect business and he wanted to find out their views on helping butterflies...
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Engaging young people with nature in Scotland
An update on young attitudes towards nature by Apithanny Bourne - the Youth Engagement Officer for East Scotland Branch.
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Dig It – November Tips From The Secret Gardener
The UK has just recorded its warmest November day according to the Met Office.
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Moth masquerade
Don’t be fooled into thinking that muted autumn moths are dull - they are actually masters of disguise! -
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A recipe for moths: Sugaring & wine roping
Moth Night 2015 might be over, but there are still plenty of moths to see and you don't need a traditional moth trap to attract them - take a look at this recipe for moths...
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Farmers And Landowners Working Together To Save Butterflies!
Conservation Officer Katie Cruikshanks talks about BC's recent funding success to help farmers and landowners work together to restore key habitats for butterflies. -
Dig It – August Tips From The Secret Gardener
Gardeners might traditionally view caterpillars as pests but our Secret Gardener is happy to nurture the babies of a butterfly at the expense of a few leaves that will grow back.
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Moths of the Month: August
Continuing the monthly series by Roy Leverton illustrating several characteristic moths to look out for in our area.
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Sowing the seeds for farm wildlife
Dr Katie Cruickshanks investigates how farming can work for wildlife in the future -
Through the looking glass with the Large Blue
Meet the UK's rarest butterfly with the world's most fascinating life cycle -
Moths of the Month: July
Continuing the monthly series by Roy Leverton illustrating several characteristic moths to look out for in our area.
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Dig It – July Tips From The Secret Gardener
July is a great time to sit out and enjoy the rewards of your gardening efforts. Many plants will be in full bloom, providing a feast for the eyes as well as a nectar buffet for butterflies and other beneficial insects.
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Dig It – June Tips From The Secret Gardener
Foxgloves are shrouded in folklore but they bring more than enchantment into your garden.
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Night at the opera
Our reserves our well known for their butterflies and moths but Liam Creedon’s late night trip to Alners Gorse in Dorset’s mysterious Blackmore Vale reveals a memorable springtime spectacle.
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Record-breaking Butterflies
Will 2015 be a record breaking year for the Painted Lady butterfly? Keep your eyes to the skies towards the end of May in anticipation of this year's migration.
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Dig It – May Tips from the Secret Gardener
Give butterflies a warm welcome even in the smallest of spaces with container gardening. Plant pots up now and they will be in full flower for the Big Butterfly Count.
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Moths of the Month: May
Continuing the monthly series by Roy Leverton illustrating several characteristic moths to look out for in our area.
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Easter Eggs
Chocolate eggs aren't the only ones to keep an eye out for this Easter. Richard Fox reveals more about the first stage of a butterfly's life cycle.
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Dig It - April Tips From The Secret Gardener
The Secret Gardener reminds us that moths need nectar too and recommends some seeds to plant this spring in preparation for Moth Night 2015.
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RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch results
Every year there is a buzz of excitement around this time of the year at the RSPB.