Hedgehog houses: siting and maintaining a shelter
Choose a quiet, sheltered position for a hedgehog house and leave it alone when occupied. Natural cover and connected gardens matter alongside a purchased shelter.
Choose a quiet, sheltered position for a hedgehog house and leave it alone when occupied. Natural cover and connected gardens matter alongside a purchased shelter.
Remove compost and deposits, wash and dry empty pots, and use disease-specific disinfection only when needed. Store clean containers securely to avoid cracks and trapped moisture.
Moving heavy containers requires the right tools and techniques. This guide covers the use of pot caddies and trolleys, weight estimation for loam-based composts, and safety precautions to prevent injury when rearranging your garden.
Maintain a healthy garden by refreshing bird bath water daily and performing a weekly deep clean. This guide covers safe disinfectants, scrubbing techniques, and winter ice management.
Raised beds dry out quickly due to increased drainage and exposure. This guide explains the causes and provides concrete steps to improve moisture retention through mulching, soil adjustments, and strategic watering.
Create a ‘hedgehog highway’ by making small, strategic gaps in your garden boundaries. This guide explains how to cut holes in fences and modify walls to allow hedgehogs to find food and mates.