The plants in my street: Nature activities
For the last in the series, Julie Mountainrounds up a host of activity ideas using nature’s...
In this series, Julie Mountain uses seasonal plants as a springboard for a host of activity ideas.
For the last in the series, Julie Mountainrounds up a host of activity ideas using nature’s...
Conifers make up 40 per cent of Earth’s plant cover and provide often-fragrant cones. By Julie...
Best known for their conkers, Julie Mountain explains how to make the most of horse chestnuts
Oak can support more than 2,000 species, is great for climbing – and has acorns. By Julie Mountain
Let grass grow, says Julie Mountain, and discover a world of sensory, STEM and environmental...
Dog rose works incredibly hard all year round and there is a distinct lifecycle you can share with...
Not only is elder versatile all year round, with edible spring flowers and autumn berries, it also...
Dandelions are versatile ‘weeds’ – they are edible, make great loose parts and provide a host of...
Nettles are wonderful, says Julie Mountain, who is going to try and convince you to love them as...
Our plant of the month is hazel, a tree whose catkins, nuts and coppicing opportunities make it an...
Plants are local to everyone and fertile ground for activity ideas. This year, outdoors specialist...