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Want to spruce up your patio ahead of BBQ season? Looking for ways to tackle weeds without harming your pet? Or recently moved into your first home and need to tackle an overgrown garden?  Whether you're a pro gardener or just starting out, hear from some experts about how to achieve happy homes or garden greatness

 
Latest Blogs
Why you should consider going pesticide-free – Introducing the Wildlife Trusts Wales ‘Pesticide Free Pledge.’
Why you should consider going pesticide-free – Introducing the Wildlife Trusts Wales ‘Pesticide Free Pledge.’

Andy Charles-O’Callaghan Campaign Officer for The Wildlife Trusts explains the ‘Pesticide Free Pledge’ and what you can do to get involved to help protect wildlife for a greener and wilder Wales.

Natural methods for protecting your garden from weeds and pests across the seasons
Natural methods for protecting your garden from weeds and pests across the seasons

This month, Wildlife Trusts Wales has announced the launch of its pesticide-free pledge, urging communities across the country to ditch pesticides and do their bit to help protect Welsh nature.

A beginner’s guide to composting
A beginner’s guide to composting

A composting guide for beginner gardeners

Gardening guru Naomi Saunders on how to tackle slugs without pesticides
Gardening guru Naomi Saunders on how to tackle slugs without pesticides

S4C gardening guru, Naomi Saunders shares her top tips on how to keep slugs at bay in your garden without pesticides

Huw Richards’ guide on the natural pest predators you should be encouraging into your garden
Huw Richards’ guide on the natural pest predators you should be encouraging into your garden

Expert gardener Huw Richards shares his knowledge on beneficial predators and the positive impact they can have when combatting pests.

Harnessing the power of beneficial predators – an expert gardener Huw Richards’ guide to natural pest control
Harnessing the power of beneficial predators – an expert gardener Huw Richards’ guide to natural pest control

Expert gardener, YouTuber, and presenter Huw Richards shares his tips for attracting beneficial predators.

Understanding the information on a pesticide bottle and label: a step by step guide
Understanding the information on a pesticide bottle and label: a step by step guide

Your guide to understanding the label on the packaging of pesticide products

Common garden pests and how to identify them
Common garden pests and how to identify them

Your guide to identifying common garden pests and plant diseases and suggested solutions for combatting these naturally

Companion plants: 4 steps for savvy gardening to deter pests
Companion plants: 4 steps for savvy gardening to deter pests

How companion growing can help you deter pests and maintain your garden’s health

How to make a wildlife corner to help with pest control in your garden
How to make a wildlife corner to help with pest control in your garden

Simple ways of creating a wild corner in your garden with multiple benefits for the environment

Guest blog: 41% of insect species face extinction, but can you help turn this around?
Guest blog: 41% of insect species face extinction, but can you help turn this around?

Director of Wildlife Trusts Wales, Rachel Sharp on why she thinks we need to take a stand against pesticides to protect our wildlife as part of the Action for Insects campaign.

Guest blog: Why experienced gardener Adam Jones from @adamynyrardd champions organic gardening to combat pests
Guest blog: Why experienced gardener Adam Jones from @adamynyrardd champions organic gardening to combat pests

S4C’s Prynhawn Da and BBC Radio Cymru 2’s expert gardener Adam yn yr ardd discovered his love for gardening almost 20 years ago. Find out why he gardens following permaculture principles including the no-dig and companion planting methods to manage garden pests.

Guest Blog: How to control weeds and pests in your garden through the seasons
Guest Blog: How to control weeds and pests in your garden through the seasons

PestSmart ambassador and BBC Radio 2 gardening expert Terry Walton shares his tips and tricks through the seasons for managing weeds and pests no matter the time of year.

From plot to plate: why expert gardener Terry Walton champions organic growing
From plot to plate: why expert gardener Terry Walton champions organic growing

Expert gardener and grower Terry Walton explains why his allotment is organic only.

Gardener’s corner – 10 gardening tips from an expert
Gardener’s corner – 10 gardening tips from an expert

Get all the tips to become a blossoming gardener from The Welsh Gardener, with advice on everything from encouraging natural pest repellents to watering your plants properly.

Could your pet’s toxic flea treatment be damaging our Welsh rivers?
Could your pet’s toxic flea treatment be damaging our Welsh rivers?

Veterinary surgeon and founder of Burns Pet Nutrition, John Burns, shares why he’s encouraging pet owners to step away from using insecticides in order to protect our environment and wildlife.

A guide to getting your garden summer ready
A guide to getting your garden summer ready

A guide to tackling weeds and sprucing your garden for summer

Ever thought about having a wildlife corner in your garden? Letting parts of your garden grow naturally can help with pest control as well as support your green spaces to thrive! Download our wildlife corner guide to get started.