Conquering the Box Tree Moth and Caterpillar
Native to Asia, the Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis) was first reported in the UK in 2007 and has since become widespread in the south. The impact of its …
Pests
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Ladybirds – The Gardener’s Friend
Ladybirds are voracious aphid munchers and so are a great help in our gardens. In the UK we have 26 species of true ladybirds but if …
Aphids on the Rampage
It seems that my garden has been invaded this year by hordes of aphids. I don’t think I’ve ever seen quite so
Wall have ears and so do plants!
Well OK, so neither walls nor plants have actual ears however it seems that somehow plants do sense and react to vibrations. Recent research at the University …