Gardening & All Things Wild

The Art of Layered Planting for Year-Round Borders with Native Varieties

The Art of Layered Planting for Year-Round Bord...

Eleanor Ashford

Layered planting with native British plants creates year-round garden interest, supports wildlife, and requires less maintenance, offering an eco-friendly, visually appealing, and sustainable garden design.

The Art of Layered Planting for Year-Round Bord...

Eleanor Ashford

Layered planting with native British plants creates year-round garden interest, supports wildlife, and requires less maintenance, offering an eco-friendly, visually appealing, and sustainable garden design.

How to winter-sow hardy annuals using no plastic and minimal resources

How to winter-sow hardy annuals using no plasti...

Eleanor Ashford

Winter-sowing hardy annuals directly into soil fosters resilient plants, reduces plastic use, and supports sustainable gardening by embracing natural cycles and eco-friendly practices.

How to winter-sow hardy annuals using no plasti...

Eleanor Ashford

Winter-sowing hardy annuals directly into soil fosters resilient plants, reduces plastic use, and supports sustainable gardening by embracing natural cycles and eco-friendly practices.

Why your compost corner needs shade and what traditional layouts still work best

Why your compost corner needs shade and what tr...

Eleanor Ashford

Composting in the shade maintains moisture and supports microbial life, enhancing decomposition. Traditional methods, mindful layering, and patience yield rich, sustainable garden soil.

Why your compost corner needs shade and what tr...

Eleanor Ashford

Composting in the shade maintains moisture and supports microbial life, enhancing decomposition. Traditional methods, mindful layering, and patience yield rich, sustainable garden soil.

How to propagate your own herbs using sustainable methods for a zero-plastic kitchen garden

How to propagate your own herbs using sustainab...

Eleanor Ashford

This article explores sustainable herb propagation methods, including water rooting, biodegradable pots, and seed starting with household items, promoting eco-friendly gardening and mindful plant care.

How to propagate your own herbs using sustainab...

Eleanor Ashford

This article explores sustainable herb propagation methods, including water rooting, biodegradable pots, and seed starting with household items, promoting eco-friendly gardening and mindful plant care.

Growing a Compost-Ready Border with Heritage Perennials and Natural Mulch

Growing a Compost-Ready Border with Heritage Pe...

Eleanor Ashford

Blending heritage perennials with natural mulch creates a sustainable, vibrant garden that self-composts, conserves water, supports biodiversity, and nurtures soil health year-round.

Growing a Compost-Ready Border with Heritage Pe...

Eleanor Ashford

Blending heritage perennials with natural mulch creates a sustainable, vibrant garden that self-composts, conserves water, supports biodiversity, and nurtures soil health year-round.

How Homemade Leaf Mould Elevates Soil Health and Reduces Garden Maintenance

How Homemade Leaf Mould Elevates Soil Health an...

Eleanor Ashford

Leaf mould, made from decomposed autumn leaves, enriches garden soil by improving structure, moisture retention, and microbial health, offering a sustainable, low-maintenance soil enhancer.

How Homemade Leaf Mould Elevates Soil Health an...

Eleanor Ashford

Leaf mould, made from decomposed autumn leaves, enriches garden soil by improving structure, moisture retention, and microbial health, offering a sustainable, low-maintenance soil enhancer.