A Quick Beginner’s Guide to Permaculture in Small Spaces
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A Quick Beginner’s Guide to Permaculture in Small Spaces

Welcome, Good Lifers! Have you ever wondered how the principles of permaculture can thrive even in the most compact urban spaces? Permaculture, a design philosophy that mimics the patterns of natural ecosystems, isn’t just reserved for sprawling rural landscapes. Embracing permaculture in small spaces is a versatile approach that adapts beautifully to smaller urban settings,…

Bees and Space: How Much Do They Need?
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Bees and Space: How Much Do They Need?

Honeybees are essential pollinators of crops and wild plants, but their populations have declined in recent years. One way to help reverse this trend is by becoming a beekeeper yourself. Before you invest in a hive and some bees though, you need to remember that bees need space! Surprisingly, bees actually require very little space,…

Do I Need Permission To Build A Pond?
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Do I Need Permission To Build A Pond?

If you’ve ever sat beside a gurgling river or stream and watched the wildlife coming and going, you will know how much life depends on water. Without water, there is no life. In the UK, we faced massive droughts through the summer this year, and we were getting quite concerned about the wildlife in our…

Pollinators: What Colours Attract Pollinators More?
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Pollinators: What Colours Attract Pollinators More?

Pollination is a process that every garden needs. It doesn’t matter if you grow flowers, herbs, vegetables, fruit, or anything in between, you won’t get very far without pollination! Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anthers to the stigma. This is done by insects mostly but also by wind and other means. If…