What a sunny spring we had! April was the sunniest since records began (in 1910) and May was also full of sunshine, something the flowers in the Little Muddy Boots gardens are delighted about! With that in mind, we thought it would be a good idea to look at what is blooming in June. We […]
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By Gem (mum to Elliot aged 7 and Eliza aged 4) When we first stepped into the garden, I thought I was leading the way. I had the seed packets, the plan, the list of things to teach them – how to plant, when to water, why we are growing our own food. But it
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Earth Day 2025 is taking place on Tuesday 22nd April so we thought what better time to discuss some great tips for sustainable gardening. Sustainable gardening can benefit not just your own personal garden but your wider local environment too. Little Muddy Boots exists to help children spend more time in nature and our hope
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Spring is such a magical time of year, especially when you’re experiencing it through the eyes of a child! The longer days, warmer weather, and blossoming nature make it the perfect season to head outside and soak up all the seasonal sights, sounds, and sensations. Whether you’re in the garden, at the park, or strolling
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What Can We Sow, Grow and Plant in April for Little Hands and Hungry Tums As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, April is the perfect time to get the whole family outside and into the garden. For parents, it’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and teach our children valuable
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Spring is the time when many birds start to nest, some birds return to the same place each year whilst others look to find a new, safe place to build their nests and raise their chicks. There are lots of ways we can help our garden birds through the nesting season so read on to
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Spring is the perfect time to get outside and introduce children to the joys of nature and gardening. Whether you have a garden, balcony space, courtyard, any space really, there are plenty of ways to engage little ones in outdoor fun. Here are ten exciting outdoor activities to do with children this spring: 1. Plant
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In this blog post we are exploring what seed swapping is and why it’s great for the environment. Have you heard of seed swapping? If not, read on to find out exactly what it involves and how it benefits nature. What is seed swapping? Seed swapping is exactly what it says on the tin: swapping
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In this blog post we’re going to show you how to create your own heart-shaped bird feeders. We love encouraging wildlife into our outside spaces, especially during the cold months when food may be scarce. While we actively encourage getting outside as much as possible (a winter walk is wonderful way to do this!), this
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You may think that it’s easier to stay indoors at this time of year rather than spending your weekends on a winter walk with the family. December festivities are behind us, work and school have resumed and the urge to carry on hibernating (and eating!) may be strong. However, we’d like to share some of
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