Bug garden

Find monthly allotment advice from gardener Ann Somerset Miles with tips, recipes, planting guides, and help deciding which jobs to tackle in June.

Keep reading to find out how you can turn your yard into a haven for whichever of the 2,000 species of fireflies lives in your neighborhood.

The DIY bug snug by OmVed Gardens supports insects and invertebrates by providing a safe place to hibernate. Here's how to make one for your own garden.

A great way to get the kids out in the garden and exploring is this oh so simple Bug Hotel for Kids! Fun and easy to make, great for discovery.

Wildlife stack 041 by Dawn Isaac, via Flickr

Dragonflies and mosquito control Dragonflies are really important when it comes to controlling mosquito populations. They eat both mosquitoes and their larvae. So, it’s time to get those dragonflie…

Build your own bug mansion and attract a multitude of creepy crawlies to your garden.

Building a bug hotel with your child is one of the best garden activities, because it really doesn’t matter how big or small your space is, you can use anything. We used pine cones that Reuben had collected earlier in the year. bits of old pots, pebbles, big stones, twigs etc Reuben loves going into the garden and checking to see if any bugs have checked in yet. This last week was half term in our area, and I have taken the opportunity to spend some quality time with Reuben – I do miss him…

Tired of dealing with garden pests? These 15 plants will help keep bugs at bay while adding beauty to your outdoor space. Perfect for organic gardeners, these bug-repelling plants are easy to grow and highly effective. Save this pin to start building a pest-free, vibrant garden today!

Tower containing living wall and bug boxes or insect hotels. “Future Nature” Garden, by Ark Design Management Ltd, RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2009.

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Bug Hotel

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