September 2004 - Archive

September Tasks
For many of us, September sees a resurgence of activity in the garden following the lazier days of summer. Whilst some of us will be busy harvesting the fruits of our earlier labours it’s also time to prepare the garden for seasons ahead.

Helping the wildlife in Autumn
Whilst the surrounding countryside will still be relatively rich in natural food sources, at this stage of the autumn it’s nevertheless still vital to remember how the gardener can give visiting wildlife a helping hand at this time of year. It’s a good time to think ahead to the coming winter and ensure there’s going to be plenty of food and shelter available.

Attracting wild birds into the garden
Continuing our focus on attracting wild birds into the garden, let’s take a look at how plants can make your garden a more attractive home for our feathered friends. Even just a single, carefully chosen specimen could make the world of difference.