This archive brings together practical, experience-led articles from The Backyard Farmer, covering gardening, DIY, indoor growing, foraging, reviews, and sustainable living. Each post is written with real-world use in mind — focusing on working with nature, building practical skills, and making sustainable choices more accessible.
Introduction The Common Mourning Bee (Melecta albifrons) is a solitary bee species commonly found in the UK and Europe. Unlike most bees, it doesn’t collect pollen or build its own nest. Instead, it is a cleptoparasite, meaning it lays its eggs in the nests of
Introduction The Hairy-footed Flower Bee (Anthophora plumipes) is one of the easiest spring bees to notice once you know what to look for. It is often mistaken for a small bumblebee because it is furry, fast-moving and active early in the year, but it is