Autumn is a season of vibrant colours, cosy jumpers, and the delightful crunch of fallen leaves underfoot. But for many gardeners, the true magic of autumn lies in its bountiful harvest of berries.

Oh is summer really nearly over! What summer I hear you reply. This year has been one of those where it started well and then deteriorated, having days when it could be any season of the year. I can't quite believe that this weekend is the first of September and according to the Meteorological Seasons Autumn is on its way.

A gardening expert is advising British homeowners to act now to start preparing their gardens for autumn and beyond. After a strange season of copious rain and not much sun, it seems that now is finally the time to enjoy our summer gardens.

Upcycling, the engaging and creative alternative to recycling, is big news. With over 739,200 videos on TikTok under #upcycling, it’s embraced in schools, recognized by DIY enthusiasts and loved by the thrifty. Upcycling provides the best of sustainable practice with the satisfaction of making something yourself.

As the summer days begin to wane, there’s no need for your garden to follow suit. Late summer is a magical time when many plants come into their own, offering a stunning display of colour and texture. Your local British Garden Centres store has all the plant options you need to extend your garden’s beauty well into autumn.

Summer is a time of abundance, with gardens overflowing with fresh, flavourful fruit and vegetables. But what happens when the growing season ends? Preserving your harvest is the key to enjoying the taste of summer all year round. Let's dive into the world of jams, pickles, and sauces.

The month of August will see the biggest and brightest full moon of 2024. This full moon for the month of August is called the Sturgeon Moon but it is also the first supermoon of 2024 and a Blue Moon.

With another great weekend ahead for stargazing and the Northern Lights, Finnish gaming company SuomiCasino have devised this clever brainteaser to spot the four-sided star within the sky - only eagle-eyed individuals can identify it within 30 seconds. They have also looked at which countries across Europe are searching the most for the Northern Lights.

New research from Yopa, full-service estate agents, reveals 10 indoor plants that could help you sell your home, from those that offer stunning decorative qualities to those that have huge impacts on air quality.

Aloe vera is a beautiful plant that is often celebrated for its medicinal properties and striking appearance. For these reasons, this is a very rewarding plant to cultivate. What makes aloe vera even more appealing is its incredible ease of propagation.

Leading wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has revealed very low numbers of butterflies have been spotted so far in its annual Big Butterfly Count. On average participants are seeing just over half the number of butterflies they were spotting this time last year.

I have three potbellied pigs in my small smallholding: Dotty, Dolly and Huxley. They are much smaller than your average pig, but they are full of character. Dotty, in particular, loves her bed, and she takes great care keeping her ark tidy, filling it with straw and keeping it clean. I would go as far as to say that she enjoys her bed almost as much as she enjoys her food!

Garden water features have surged in popularity, and for good reason. These captivating additions are more than just a pretty sight; they offer many benefits that can elevate your outdoor space into a tranquil sanctuary. From stress reduction and improved air quality to a haven for wildlife, water features can transform your garden.

Fire pits have become a popular addition to UK gardens over recent years creating a focal point for outdoor seating areas. However, for people who lack the space in their garden and want to add a fire pit to their decking area, Jimmy Englezos, Senior Brand Manager from Ronseal has shared a warning as they can potentially cause irreversible damage and even pose a fire risk.

Plant Heritage has published a brand-new ‘Missing Collections’ list, highlighting 15 environmentally friendly plant groups that aren’t currently part of a National Plant Collection. Without someone to care for them, they’re at risk of being lost if they fall out of fashion or are no longer available from nurseries.

As the weather in the UK is brighter and warmer, it is the perfect time to spend more time outdoors to discover the rich diversity of wildlife right on your doorstep. Ecology & arboriculture consultancy, Arbtech, have revealed the wildlife to look out for this summer, as well as some top tips for spotting it.

Last summer, citizen scientists in Lancashire spotted 11,531 butterflies and day-flying moths during the Big Butterfly Count. Today, wildlife conservation charity, Butterfly Conservation, is issuing a rallying cry to people in the region to help beat that this year. In 2023, people across Lancashire did 1,548 Big Butterfly Counts, with the Small White taking the top spot for species sightings.

A final call has been issued to nominate the north’s curlew conservation heroes. Entries for the North of England Curlew Conservation Awards close on 21 July, with the award ceremony taking place at Masham Town Hall on 18 August.

With 15 national parks taking up a total of 37.3% of the land area of the UK, it’s safe to say Britain isn’t a bad place for beautiful walking locations. From Snowdonia all the way up to Loch Lomond and The Trossachs, you’re never too far from a protected natural landscape in the UK. With thousands of walks in total across the 15 parks, which locations are the most popular?

Recent news states that the UK may see another heatwave soon, and many Brits will be using this opportunity to put their green fingers to use in their gardens. Interestingly, Adobe Express found that almost 40% of Brits regularly undertake gardening as one of their preferred hobbies, with its numerous mental and physical health benefits.

An insurance expert is calling on residents to protect their homes against damage caused by nesting squirrels - a risk not typically covered by standard home insurance policies. Harry Appleton-Metcalfe of insurance broker Lycetts has issued his warning during the June and July nesting season.

The Moorland Association reports a poor breeding season for moorland birds, including hen harriers, as the exceptionally wet weather has taken its toll. The higher and wetter North Pennines is the worst affected area, with the number of hen harrier nests on grouse moors expected to be down by as much as two-thirds compared with last year.

Internationally acclaimed Polar Bears International applauded the tireless efforts of the park to raise awareness and knowledge of their plight, as well as fundraising to support initiatives to save the species. YWP has been a proud member of Polar Bear International’s Arctic Ambassador Centre Network for 9 years and is the only ambassador in the UK.

"Social butterflies” at London Zoo investigate a miniature Zoo Nights billboard – a tiny but perfect-scale replica of a novel ad campaign appearing around the capital.

Animals at Yorkshire Wildlife Park cooled off with special fruit ice lollies in the first heatwave of summer. Rangers gave out the iced treats as temperatures rose to 28 degrees in Doncaster while other species like the polar bears and tigers make the most of their pools. Meanwhile they applied layers of mud to the black rhinos to deflect the sun’s rays and filled up a ‘wallow’ pool.