Nigel: a life in pictures
We share memories of Nigel from our archives – a true pro in front of the camera, and a gent off screen, too
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I have just reread, for the umpteenth time,
The Full Monty (May issue). I can almost hear Monty talking in his calm way about coronavirus. Monty has made me feel that life at the moment is not as bad as it seems. He has given us hope and the reassurance that we are all needing in these worrying times and for that I am truly grateful. Thank you Monty.
Sheena Obrien, by email
Carol Klein’s article on environmental gardening Gardening for Changing Times (May issue), has really got me thinking; particularly concerning the environmental impact of having a lawn. Mine has dandelions strewn throughout it and plenty of early spring bulbs planted to feed the bees. I use no chemicals on it and have, until now, felt quite smug that I was a responsible wildlife gardener. Having read Carol’s article, I’m less smug and thinking of ways to reduce my environmental impact further. I wonder if planting a chamomile lawn would be an alternative to a full re-landscaping?
Helen de Georgio, Kent
We say: While chamomile does offer food for pollinators, the dandelions and bulbs in your lawn will already be helping a wide range of wildlife. We recommend as much diversity as possible to support the natural life in your plot.