He’s full of the joys of sting! Alan Titchmarsh advises gardeners to plant nettles to create a paradise for wildlife Alan Titchmarsh says garden space should be setting aside for stinging nettles The 71-year-old says they provide a safe space for butterfly species to lay eggs He was speaking to Gardeners’ World about how gardening … Read more
VIDEO OF THE YEAR Best video of the year; awarded to the artist (male, female, group/duo or collaboration) and the video director. Ashley McBryde – One Night Standards Blanco Brown – The Git Up Carrie Underwood – Drinking Alone Dan + Shay – I Should Probably Go To Bed Keith Urban – Polaroid Kelsea Ballerini … Read more
NATURE PLANTING FOR BUTTERFLIES by Jane Moore (Hardie Grant £12, 144 pp) Butterflies have poor eyesight, they can taste only with their feet and they have a lifespan of just a few weeks. Yet, during their brief existence, they provide one of the most joyful sights of summer as they feed, flutter and flirt for … Read more