Spend less time mowing and more time enjoying nature It’s got round to the grass cutting season again and if your lawn is like mine, it’s romping away. Instead of mowing it all, have you ever considered leaving a bit for wildlife. Less mowing in the name of wildlife conservation – talk about a win – win! In the UK we have lost a staggering 95% of our species rich meadows. As farming became more professional, the relatively unproductive meadows made way for intensive cropping. Gains in productivity have led to losses in wild flowers, insects and birds that depend on the traditional... read more
I’ve recently been contracted to scrape away some turf to create bare earth on some designated chalk downland. Hang – on, what does “designated chalk downland” mean? Chalk downland is the habitat of grasses, herbs, flowers insects etc that live on the chalk hills. The designated bit means it’s been recognised as an amazing place for nature and has been made a Site of Special Scientific Interest or a Special Area of Conservation. Such designations come with a legal obligation to care for the site. It’s a bit like living in a listed cottage – it’s yours but you have... read more
