

More Caterpillars!
More caterpillars amid the nettles. #gardenrestorationblog #wildlife


The Stepping Stone
After a long afternoon of ‘soil sieving’ I have cleared an area ready for grass seed to be planted. I thought it would be wise to put a...


Unearthing Metal
I’m trying to clear a patch of ground at the very back of the garden. It is dangerous for any creature to walk over at the moment as it...


Soil Toil!
This is a slow process but gradually the ‘filtered’ soil is making its way onto the border. #gardenrestorationblog


Chrysalis
I’ve been finding quite a few of these chrysalises just below the soil surface. However most have been empty cases – and some have...


Grasshopper Reflexes
The cat has just spotted a grasshopper. The grasshopper is his nemesis – surely the only creature with reflexes fast enough to jump out...


Colour and Scent
The wildflowers are still going strong. I’ve been dead-heading some of them. But others don’t really need any interference from me. ...


Snails snails snails...
Hmm, the snails are thriving here. I’ve just gathered up another bunch ready to take over to the park. It’s becoming a regular ‘snail...


Chillin' in the sunshine
How nice to have some sunny days and a little bit of garden in which to appreciate them. Just sorting out my work diary with a bit of...


Flowery Stump
The stump is still surrounded by flowers. Seems funny to think that just a few months ago it was standing very much alone....













































