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Foraging in March: spring's edible plants
Spring has arrived and the woods and hedgerows are about to burst with edible spring greens, shoots and flowers. Find out which ones you can eat and what to do with them.
Helen Keating • 28 Mar 2018
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What’s the difference between a wood and a forest?
As we celebrate International Day of Forests, learn the difference between woods and forests and why they're both so important.
Eleanor Clark • 21 Mar 2018
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Chiffchaff or willow warbler? How to tell the difference
Chiffchaffs and willow warblers will start to arrive on our shores soon. Do you know how to tell the difference?
Charlotte Armitage • 19 Mar 2018
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Curly oaks, corkscrew willows and more
Some trees have been bred to exaggerate a curly growth pattern, but did you know that it can occur naturally too?
Emilie Bonnevay • 06 Mar 2018
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Foraging in February: mushrooms, nettles and early flowers
Even in February, green shoots and early spring flowers are starting to appear. And they’re growing quickly. Here are some spring plants and winter fungi to look out for.
Helen Keating • 22 Feb 2018
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Feeding wild birds: what, how, when and why
Winter can be a difficult time for wildlife. Temperatures plummet and food becomes difficult to find. Find out when and what to feed garden birds.
Amy Lewis • 22 Feb 2018
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Outdoor learning at forest school
Forest school is lots of fun, and besides the educational value, contributes to children’s personal, social and emotional development.
Frances Harris • 06 Feb 2018
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When to prune apple and other fruit trees
Whether you're reviving an old fruit tree, shaping a new one, or encouraging a jumper crop, here's our top advice on what to do and when to do it. From apples and pears to peaches and plums.
Helen Keating • 02 Feb 2018
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Grass snake or adder? How to tell the difference between UK reptiles
Discover more about our common native reptiles and where you can find them with this snakes and lizards guide.
Karen Hornigold • 01 Feb 2018
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12 uncommon and rare woodland flowers
Woodland is home to some of the UK's rarest flowering plants. Some are weird. Some are mysterious. And all have fascinating stories to tell. You'll be lucky to track down some of these beauties, but they're worth it if you do.
Amy Lewis • 26 Jan 2018