Water shortages and hosepipe bans are again a hot topic, as hope pipe bans began in parts of England today, which is unwelcome news to gardeners everywhere.

Whether it’s due to global warming or a lack of reservoirs, our gardens will suffer unless we do our part.

You’ll be pleased to know that there’s something everyone can do to help conserve water, the solution comes in the form of water butts and composting.

Water butts
A water butt will catch any water which runs off the roof of your house, garage, shed, greenhouse or any surface which is exposed to the elements. Continue reading →