Environmental sustainability

Eco Tips
As the sun sets on our warm summer evenings and a gentle chill begins to grace the air, we find ourselves eagerly awaiting cosy nights by the fire, pumpkin spice, and refreshing strolls amidst vibrant crimson and gold landscapes. To celebrate this seasonal shift with eco-consciousness in mind, here's an "All Green Guide" to a sustainable autumn.

When does Autumn start?
Here's a fun fact to add to your Autumn knowledge: there are actually two different dates that mark the start of the Autumn. This year they are the 1st and 23rd of September. The former is a fixed date used by meteorologists to neatly divide the year into four equal sections and the latter is determined by the Earth's axis and orbit around the Sun. Whether you lean towards meteorological precision or the embrace of nature's rhythms, we have five eco-friendly autumn tips to enhance your season over the next weeks, so let’s fall into sustainable habits:
1. Leave the Leaves
Falling leaves play a vital role in the natural life cycles of plants and soil. They foster robust microbial activity in the earth, contributing to its health. However this process can be disrupted by removing these leaves from our lawns and gardens.
- Instead, it is best to distribute leaves evenly around the bases of trees and flower beds which allows the leaves to act as insulation for your plants during the chillier months to come.
- Alternatively, you could consider composting as another eco-friendly option or using the leaves to create seasonal decorations.