Gardening in summer

Warm and sunny day are upon us and gardens have reached their peak! Shrubs and trees are full of lush green leaves and lawns, pots and borders are bursting with colour from flowers. Our pollinator friends are making the most of everything in flower, with bees and butterflies flitting from plant to plant.

However, glorious summer sunshine can sometimes become too much and, just like us, wildlife can struggle in hot and dry weather. By leaving out dishes of water, birds can take a dip to cool off and hedgehogs can stay hydrated.

Also, did you know that there are ways to conserve water in your garden? This will help to keep your water bills down, even in the hotter months.

Read our top tips below.