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Dig It – October tips from the Secret Gardener
Cheerful sedums are a delightful addition to an autumn garden. Their bright pink flowers and succulent green, grey or purple leaves light up the flowerbeds.
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10 easy ways you can help our environment
Find out how you can help wildlife with our 10 simple tips. Even doing something small can make a big difference.
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Go Peat Free with Monty Don
Writer, Gardener and television presenter, Monty Don, has described using peat in your garden as an act of eco-vandalism. Read on to find out how and why you should garden without it…
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Meet The Death’s-head Hawk-moth
The Death’s-head Hawk-moth is the rebel of the moth world. Strikingly large, with a skull-like marking on its thorax and the ability to squeak when alarmed, the moth was traditionally seen as an omen of death.
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Christmas Surprises
The survival of some species of butterfly and moth may depend on their ability to remain dormant, sheltered and out-of-sight throughout the winter months. But they may need a bit of help to find a decent hiding place.
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Where do butterflies and moths go in winter?
Richard Fox, Butterfly Conservation Surveys Manager explains butterfly and moth "hibernation"
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Emerging from Winter
We British are very interested in the weather. It’s a national obsession, and nowhere more so than among Britain’s butterfly and moth enthusiasts.
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On the lookout for larvae
Adult butterflies and moths are increasingly scarce now that autumn has taken hold, but there are still plenty of caterpillars to spot.
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Dig It: October's tips from the Secret Gardener
Gardeners and butterflies are relishing the last burst of warmth before Jack Frost arrives to dust our plants with his icy shimmer.
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Mind The Gap - Where are the butterflies?
Every June we get calls from concerned BC members and journalists wondering what has happened to all the butterflies.
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What is the difference between butterflies and moths?
‘What is the difference between butterflies and moths?’ - Richard Fox, Surveys Manager tackles this often asked question.
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Dig it – October tips from the Secret Gardener
October it is an ideal time to plant spring-flowering displays.
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Brexit: What next for UK Wildlife?
Now, more than ever before, we need to speak up for nature and ensure that our post-Brexit landscape still has space for butterflies, moths and other wildlife.
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Butterflies and moths suffering from damaging effects of nitrogen deposition
Paul Kirkland, Butterfly Conservation Scotland Director, examines the effects of nitrogen deposition on butterflies and moths.
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Dig It – Gardening and wellbeing with the Secret Gardener
There is increasing evidence that gardening provides substantial health benefits and improves wellbeing. Simply being in a green space can make you feel happier and healthier and gardening is an easy way to get out in nature.
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Cold comfort
Despite their seemingly delicate nature, butterflies and moths are surprisingly resilient to the winter chill. Richard Fox reveals why a cold snap may actually be beneficial for butterflies.
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10 ways to help butterflies and moths this autumn
Find out how you can help wildlife in your garden this autumn.
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Be Kind To Nature
For this Random Acts of Kindness Day, Butterfly Conservation (BC) are celebrating the Year of Green Action (YOGA) with a list of 10 simple but inspiring ways you can engage with wildlife and the environment in 2019.
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I found a butterfly in my house - what should I do?
Let us answer what to do with a hibernating butterfly in your home, garage or shed. The best solution is to rehouse the butterfly into a suitable location. Catch the butterfly carefully and place it into a cardboard box or similar, in a cool place for half an hour or so to see if it will calm down.
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Dig It - September Tips From The Secret Gardener
Known as the Butterfly Bush, Buddleia is one of the best plants to grow for butterflies, moths and other pollinators but it must be managed to prevent it from spreading across sensitive natural habitats.
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Dig It – October Tips from the Secret Gardener
Create a moon garden to cater for night-fliers.