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Now that the days are somewhat sunnier in Swansea, we are seeing a boom of bees seeking out pollen amongst the pretty flowers on verges and in gardens. But are you familiar with the types of bees we are likely
Read MoreIn the UK you’re most likely to come across the Common Wasp (Vespula Vulgaris) and German Wasps (Vespula Germanica). Both species are yellow and black striped and have painful stings that can cause allergic reactions. Queen wasps emerge and start
Read MoreGardening advice for the new (and not so knew) gardener The extra light and warmth of June encourages the garden to put on an exuberant burst of growth. Unfortunately, this extra light and warmth also means weeds will sprout up
Read MoreAll is not lost when your cat goes missing Cats love to roam and go on adventures; maybe just to the garden next door, or farther afield perhaps to the waste land just along a bit from their home. But
Read MoreCROWDS DESCEND ON THIS CORNER OF GOWER TO ENJOY THE GARDENS, MEET FRIENDS AND OF COURSE TRY THE DELICIOUS CAKES OR BUY SOME PLANTS. Come along and join us on Sunday 7th July from 1pm. For just £5 there will
Read MoreHerding Cats! Herding cats? Surely not! Well, you’re right it isn’t the best way to catch cats, so at Swansea Cats Protection we undertake TNR – which stands for ‘trap, neuter and return’. Whilst it’s not the most glamorous role
Read MoreSwansea has a diverse range of flora, and in May we will see butterflies fluttering around the blooms. Butterfly numbers are in decline as we create concrete jungles, but Swansea Council does a great job of planting wildflowers on verges,
Read MoreI really like May, you get the feeling that the summer is almost here and the evenings are getting significantly longer and warmer. As ever this month, you need to continue to wage war on slugs and snails. They love
Read MoreLads Without Dads was founded by Jason Jackson in 2015 with the aim to provide young men between the ages of 8 and 18 who do not have a father figure in their lives, with a positive male role model.
Read MoreThe town of Usk, nestled on the banks of the River Usk, in rural Monmouthshire, has become something of a byword in the world of flowers. Since 1981, Usk has earned an enviable reputation for its floral displays and visitors
Read MoreSpring is in the air and our thoughts inevitably turn to having a good tidy up and de-clutter, so this month we thought you’d like to hear about our volunteer-run fundraising charity shop. It’s a great place to donate your
Read MoreThe weather during April can be variable, so keep an eye on the weather forecast and be prepared to nip outside to cover delicate plants, if frost is mentioned. Just a sheet of newspaper can suffice as protection – as
Read MoreHirundines are a group of birds found in every continent including occasionally Antarctica! This group ‘Hirundinidae’ consists of around 90 species of swallows, martins and saw-wings; we typically see swallows and martins migrating from their warmer winter climates to breed
Read MoreBuild your very own bean house What’s a spring garden without a bean house? Country Living notes they are perfect for a spring garden as they’re easy to grow, require little to no maintenance, high-yielding, and they
Read MoreWhatever witty slogan we use to attract your attention, by the time you read this article, kitten season will have begun in earnest. Now of course as a volunteer for Swansea Cats Protection, my head can be turned by the
Read MoreAt Swansea Pest Control you will receive a polite and professional service from initial contact, during a treatment and after the treatment has finished. As our customer you will receive a FULL WRITTEN REPORT AND COSHH* SHEET with every visit to your property. We carry out a
Read MoreThe day’s length is noticeably increasing, so much so that plants are keen to get going, but the temperature of the ground must be right for success. March is said to arrive roaring like a lion and leave like a
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