Looking for tough-as-nails plants that will withstand all weathers on a balcony? We list 12 to try. Even the smallest of spots can stay looking lovely all year, with our top choice of tough-as-nails ...

With no fewer than eight beautiful islands on the itinerary, plus a feast of gardens, this Caribbean voyage is brimming with ...

Water infrequently but thoroughly. Ideally, water in the morning, pouring water directly onto the soil rather than the leaves ...

This January the 47th Big Garden Birdwatch takes place, an annual event where the RSPB invite nature lovers across the UK to ...

From breadcrumbs to bacon rind, kitchen scraps have long been left out for garden birds, particularly in winter. These days, ...

Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey. Each year, on the last weekend of January, hundreds of ...

Outdoor light is 10 to 100 times brighter than indoor light. Measured in lux, a unit that measures how much light reaches your eyes or a given surface, even a cloudy day can measure at 2,000 lux, ...

While you're snuggled up in front of the TV and many species are hibernating, birds are struggling to get through winter. But ...

Bees need flowers whenever they're active. There are very few winter-flowering plants in the wild in Britain, so without our ...

Antioxidants are an important part of a bird's diet, helping them to endure long periods of physical activity. Berries are a ...

Birds need water to drink and bathe in. Find out how to make a simple bird bath, using a terracotta pot and saucer.

From novices to experts, all gardeners need a trusty spade, and they're often the first tool that gardeners will buy when starting out. These staples of the shed are invaluable and can help with ...