Fungi to Find in Autumn

Guest Blog by Neve Phillips, Consultant Ecologist

Nature’s hidden gems

Did you know that the UK has an incredible 15,000 species of fungi!

Autumn is a brilliant time to spot some of these, with a wide variety of shapes, textures and colours to look out for.

Fungi are nature’s hidden gems; quietly recycling nutrients and sustaining ecosystems with their remarkable adaptability.  Their diverse forms and vibrant colours remind us of the intricate connections that thrive beneath our feet.  

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A Halloween Harvest…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hello lovely people and seasonal Samhain greetings to one and all!

This weekend I’m making a few Halloween preparations with my girls. The origins of Halloween can be traced back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced Saa-ween).

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You’ve got a friend in a leaf

Last month we were waxing lyrical about Autumn leaves. But for most of us leaves are great while they are still on the trees, but once they fall, they lose their attraction. They can clog up ponds, kill your lawn, encourage slugs and generally make your garden look a mess. So this month’s top tips are all about leaves and what you can do to make leaves your friends:

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