Over the Fence Blog

Search for: November 1, 2023 by Cherry Lane Our November Pet of the Month for Scallywags is Monty! By Rachael – Content Editor Published November 2023 November is here and whilst it is getting cold outside, our pet of the month will certainly warm your hearts! Introducing you to the beautiful Monty, a lively and loveable golden […]

Nature Watch – What to Feed Hedgehogs By Rachael – Content Editor Published September 2022 What do hedgehogs eat? A hedgehog’s natural diet consists mostly of invertebrates, such as caterpillars, earthworms, millipedes, earwigs and beetles. They are able to sniff these out when foraging through the undergrowth on their travels. However, they are not limited in […]

Our Guide to Planting Hedges By Rachael – Content Editor Published September 2022   Why plant a hedge? As well as creating boundaries, hedges make important garden features that provide valuable privacy and give shelter to a wide range of wildlife, most notably the many species of garden birds that choose to make their nests in them. […]

Caring for Your Lawn Around the Year By Rachael – Content Editor Published August 2022   The lawn for most people is the centre of their garden, and the setting for all sorts of family activities and events.  Keeping it healthy, attractive and in a fit state requires good management.  To help you plan your maintenance […]

New season’s bulbs come into the garden centres from mid-August. The earlier you buy them the fresher they are and there will be a greater selection to choose from.

8 Tips for Watering Your Garden By Rachael – Content Editor Published July 2022   It’s getting hot out there   During summer, it is more important than ever to make sure our garden is watered adequately. Nobody wants to be parched on a hot, sunny day – especially not your plants! But don’t worry, we […]

Bee Friendly in Your Garden By Rachael – Content Editor

May Gardening To-Do List By Rachael – Content Editor Published May 2022   Spring has truly sprung and May is a busy month for keen gardeners. Luckily, the sun is often now shining so we can get outdoors and get our gardens looking their best in time for summer. We have put together a list of our […]