8 March 2023
Earthworms are a great indicator of the state of soil. Science of gardening columnist Clare Wilson explains how to tell how many you have - and how to entice more naturally, if needed
15 February 2023
You can contribute to a worldwide map of ocean microplastic pollution by conducting a scientific survey on your local beach, says Layal Liverpool
19 October 2022
Join a growing number of volunteers who are helping to monitor the health of the environment by sampling diverse aquatic ecosystems through the Algal Bloom Monitoring project, says Layal Liverpool
14 September 2022
Autumn leaves provide a free and easy way to make leaf mould, a useful growing medium and soil improver, says Clare Wilson
1 December 2021
Like your gut bacteria, the microorganisms in your soil need nurturing, so give them a helping of organic matter, says Clare Wilson
6 October 2021
There are ways of keeping your garden growing that don't involve wasting huge quantities of water. Clare Wilson explains how
18 August 2021
Covid-19 has resulted in an explosion of single use plastics, such as personal protective equipment. You can help fight it by joining the Covid Litter project, says Layal Liverpool
11 August 2021
Could the next Japanese knotweed be growing in your garden? Help find potential invasive species by grassing up the plant bullies in your flower beds, says Clare Wilson
14 July 2021
There are many ways to help improve tree cover in towns and cities – even without a garden. Clare Wilson explains how
23 June 2021
Seaweed can reveal a lot about marine ecosystems. Take part in the Big Seaweed Search to help researchers discover how climate change is impacting UK sea life
