What is wildlife gardening? Here’s a very useful discussion from the Wildlife Gardening Forum. We provide educational support to group members (and LHS members more generally) in benefitting wildlife and increasing biodiversity in their gardens. We aim to show that realistic wildlife-friendly gardening can be accessible, affordable and enjoyable for all. The group was formed…Continue Reading “WILDLIFE GARDENING GROUP 2026”
“Hornets are taking the ferry” Asian Hornet nest, found in a tree in Sundridge Park, Bromley, this summer. The nest was subsequently destroyed by the National Bee Unit. Photo: NBU An update from our member Bob Jackman We are still waiting for the Asian hornet to arrive. Well, that is the case if you are…Continue Reading “Asian Hornets in England 2025”
An update from Coordinator Czech October outing – Roots and Shoots We were given a guided tour of the one-acre site, which was initially derelict and treeless, and has subsequently been transformed through 40 years of practical, regenerative gardening by staff, students and volunteers. No pesticides or herbicides are used. The horticultural facilities include: a plant…Continue Reading “Wildlife Gardening Group Update – Roots & Shoots”
COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS – ARE YOU PREPARED? We close Sunday 14 December. We reopen Saturday 14 February. Have you got everything your garden needs for Winter? There’s lots on offer at the Hut right now (while stocks last), including garlic, onion sets, rhubard and some fabulous amaryllis bulbs, which could make a handsome present. Perhaps…Continue Reading “At the Hut in November”
We are very sorry indeed to announce the death of Bob Tydeman earlier this month. Bob, pictured above left, awarding a prize at this year’s Spring Flower Show, is perhaps best known to LHS members as our Show Secretary. He fulfilled that role for many years with a calm and kindly professionalism. Only last month,…Continue Reading “Bob Tydeman”