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Green frogs on the hunt (Image: Patrick Regnault)
Green frogs on the hunt (Image: Patrick Regnault)
Plant Protection

Personal protection – disease prevention

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By Patrick Regnault

Working in gardens gives immense pleasure but it is not without risk. A garden has many guests including small creatures that are part of the ecosystem. It is not all about bees and butterflies and cute little birds.… Continue reading

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Adding in greenery to a conventional pergola adds another level of shade coverage (Image: Michael Casey)
Adding in greenery to a conventional pergola adds another level of shade coverage (Image: Michael Casey)
Environment & Sustainability

Shade and tree coverage, critical amid rising urban heat

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By Michael Casey

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) confirmed 2023 was the warmest year on record. The annual average global temperature in 2023 was close to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, a significant benchmark set by the Paris Agreement to limit long-term temperature increases.… Continue reading

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