With neonicotinoids back in the news this month, Nick Mann of Habitat Aid shares his views on the growing threat they pose in combination with climate change. Read more …
Jan
21
2021
Jul
29
2020
The Wool Carder bee – and why it’s one of my favourites
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Jul 29 2020 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
Which are your favourite species of bee? For Nick Mann of Habitat Aid, ranking high among them is the Wool Carder bee. Read more …
Jun
17
2020
Sowing wildflower seed onto grass
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Jun 17 2020 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
Keen to transform your lawn into a wildflower meadow but not sure how? Nick Mann of Habitat Aid shares his guide to sowing wildflower seed onto grass. Read more …
May
27
2020
Blossom, blossom and more blossom!
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Posted
May 27 2020 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
Nick Mann of Habitat Aid charts a five month journey of beautiful blossom and how people and pollinators alike can benefit from its bounty. Read more …
Jan
22
2020
Hedgelaying for wildlife: it’s worth the effort
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Jan 22 2020 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
We hear from Nick Mann of Habitat Aid about why hedgelaying for wildlife is well worth the effort – and the workout – it entails. Read more …
Dec
18
2019
Wildflower meadows in spring: what to look forward to
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Dec 18 2019 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
As the winter solstice approaches, Nick Mann of Habitat Aid takes a welcome look forward to the delights of his wildflower meadows in spring. Read more …
Oct
23
2019
Why hedgelaying makes a better hedge
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Posted
Oct 23 2019 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
Providing safe passage for wildlife and a sturdy windbreak, Nick Mann of Habitat Aid shares his views on the rich rural tradition of hedgelaying and why he’s such a fan. Read more …
Sep
17
2019
How to store apples over the winter: a brief guide
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Sep 17 2019 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
You’ve picked your apples but what to do now? Learn how to make the best of the harvest with Nick Mann’s brief guide to how to store apples over the winter. Read more …
Jun
11
2019
In the meadow: rediscovering the extraordinary ordinary
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Jun 11 2019 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
As summertime nears, Nick Mann of Habitat Aid shares a snapshot of a Somerset meadow, rediscovering the extraordinary ordinary of the nature found within. Read more …
Mar
14
2019
How to make a windbreak: the best trees and shrubs to use
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Posted
Mar 14 2019 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
Those of us in the UK might have noticed it’s been more than a wee bit breezy of late. What better time to learn how to make a windbreak for your garden or smallholding with Nick Mann of Habitat Aid.
Feb
26
2019
Plants for bees in late winter: how your garden can help them through
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Posted
Feb 26 2019 by
Nick Mann
of Habitat Aid
If it’s warm in February the bees will be in trouble. Nick Mann of Habitat Aid explains how you can do your bit to help them by planting winter bee plants in your garden.
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