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Swifts, swallows and martins: easy ID guide
When swifts, swallows and martins appear you know spring has arrived too! Find how to tell them apart and when to see them with our top identification tips.
Fritha West • 05 May 2022
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What is a Root Protection Area and what does it mean?
Healthy and adequate rooting space is essential for trees to thrive. How does a root protection area help, how is it calculated and who needs to use it?
Emma Gilmartin • 06 Apr 2021
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How to build a nest box for birds
Find out how to make your very own DIY nest box for your garden, to give birds a safe place to nest over the coming months.
Hannah Vickers • 25 Feb 2021
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Hazelnuts: where and when to forage
Our tips on where and when to find hazelnuts in the wild, how to prepare these tasty treats, and the woodland animals that love eating them too.
Laura Cottam • 05 Aug 2019
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Beech tree facts: purple leaves, rippled bark and more
Beech is one of our most popular trees. Here are our tips on how to identify them, why some may look a little different and other interesting facts.
Emilie Bonnevay • 15 Jul 2019
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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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Our Forgotten Forests Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026
Our garden will have visual impact as well as a crucial message about the urgent need to protect and restore our precious ancient woods. Discover what the garden will look like, the story behind it and how you can get involved.
Ashleigh Aylett • 05 Jan 2026
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UK winter wildlife quiz: true or false?
How much do you know about what wildlife gets up to in winter? Test your knowledge with our fun quiz.
Charlie Mellor • 20 Nov 2023
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Best woods near 10 UK cities
Here's our pick of great woods in and around the UK's busiest cities for sanctuary seekers, wildlife watchers, fitness fans and history hounds alike.
Charlie Mellor • 04 Nov 2021
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Common tree identification: top 10 beginner's trees
Our top ten trees to give you a crash course in common tree identification.
Helen Keating • 26 May 2021