https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/nature/en-ieRTÉ 2024-RTÉ Commercial Enterprises Ltd, Registration No: 155076, Donnybrook, Dublin 4, Ireland.Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:07:07 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0715/1459910-what-is-deadheading-and-is-it-really-necessary/Why cutting off spent blooms can prolong flowering.Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:07:07 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0715/1459910-what-is-deadheading-and-is-it-really-necessary/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0708/1458770-11-signs-your-plants-are-stressed/And how to bring them back to life. By Sam Wylie-Harris.Mon, 08 Jul 2024 09:55:54 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0708/1458770-11-signs-your-plants-are-stressed/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0702/1457687-7-beautiful-houseplants-that-are-almost-impossible-to-kill/Expert tips and know-how to be a better plant parent. By Sam Wylie-Harris.Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:44:41 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0702/1457687-7-beautiful-houseplants-that-are-almost-impossible-to-kill/Gardeninghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0611/1454142-how-to-create-a-colourful-hanging-basket-for-summer/Follow these expert tips for brilliant blooms to brighten your outdoor space, says Sam Wylie-Harris.Tue, 11 Jun 2024 11:18:00 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0611/1454142-how-to-create-a-colourful-hanging-basket-for-summer/Gardeninghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0529/1451852-7-things-to-do-at-bloom-this-weekend/Bloom runs from May 30 - June 3 in the Phoenix Park.Wed, 29 May 2024 12:05:41 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0529/1451852-7-things-to-do-at-bloom-this-weekend/bloomhttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0528/1451667-the-winner-of-super-garden-2024-has-been-revealed/Watch the final episode back on RTÉ Player now.Tue, 28 May 2024 19:30:02 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0528/1451667-the-winner-of-super-garden-2024-has-been-revealed/lifestylehttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0504/1447233-how-to-attract-more-bees-to-your-garden/As World Bee Day is upon us, make your garden buzz.Sat, 04 May 2024 06:54:40 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0504/1447233-how-to-attract-more-bees-to-your-garden/Naturehttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0514/1449034-5-easy-terrarium-plants-for-beginners/Viral TikTok star and Chelsea Gold medal winner Ben Newell offers his thoughts.Tue, 14 May 2024 09:37:36 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0514/1449034-5-easy-terrarium-plants-for-beginners/Gardeninghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0511/1448612-brian-burke-on-creating-an-eco-friendly-garden/Super Garden airs Tuesdays at 8.00pm on RTÉ One.Sat, 11 May 2024 13:52:40 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0511/1448612-brian-burke-on-creating-an-eco-friendly-garden/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0503/1446624-dawn-chorus-2024-set-to-take-place-this-weekend/In the early hours of Sunday, Ireland's airwaves will come alive with birdsong.Fri, 03 May 2024 05:50:22 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0503/1446624-dawn-chorus-2024-set-to-take-place-this-weekend/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2024/0430/1446592-no-mow-may-pollinators-nature-bees-butterflies/No Mow May allows native plants to recover and provide ecosystem support for other plants, pollinators and natureTue, 30 Apr 2024 15:39:55 +0100https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2024/0430/1446592-no-mow-may-pollinators-nature-bees-butterflies/No Mow Mayhttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0408/1442267-5-expert-design-tips-for-urban-gardeners/Ahead of the RHS' new Urban Show, Hannah Stephenson seeks some inspiration for town and city dwellers.Mon, 08 Apr 2024 11:04:36 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0408/1442267-5-expert-design-tips-for-urban-gardeners/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0401/1436031-spring-gardening-and-diy-tips-on-today-with-claire-byrne/Gardener Marie Staunton and author and DIY expert Catherine Carton talk about which tasks to tackle first around the house and garden as we slowly emerge from the winter.Mon, 01 Apr 2024 09:12:00 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0401/1436031-spring-gardening-and-diy-tips-on-today-with-claire-byrne/Naturehttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/food/2024/0122/1427934-these-are-the-best-potatoes-to-grow-for-roasties-mash-and-more/An expert recommends the best varieties of spuds, depending on your taste.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:05:13 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/food/2024/0122/1427934-these-are-the-best-potatoes-to-grow-for-roasties-mash-and-more/Foodhttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2024/0108/1425308-8-of-the-worlds-most-beautiful-gardens-to-visit-on-your-travels/Planning a holiday? Consider seeing some gorgeous gardens while you're away.Mon, 08 Jan 2024 10:29:23 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/travel/2024/0108/1425308-8-of-the-worlds-most-beautiful-gardens-to-visit-on-your-travels/Travelhttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0215/1356538-how-to-dry-and-press-your-valentines-day-flowers/Create a floral memento to keep the romance alive.Thu, 15 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0215/1356538-how-to-dry-and-press-your-valentines-day-flowers/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1224/1423414-gardening-trends-for-2024-and-the-impact-of-climate-change/Versatile plants, peat-free gardening and adapting to extreme weather are on the cards, say experts.Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:26:00 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1224/1423414-gardening-trends-for-2024-and-the-impact-of-climate-change/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1218/1422580-which-houseplants-will-be-trending-in-2024/African violets, aloe vera and other retro plants may be on point.Mon, 18 Dec 2023 10:39:47 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1218/1422580-which-houseplants-will-be-trending-in-2024/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0301/1182874-7-weird-and-wonderful-things-you-didnt-know-about-snow/Did you know an American town once tried to outlaw snow?Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:20:55 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2024/0301/1182874-7-weird-and-wonderful-things-you-didnt-know-about-snow/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1212/1421492-9-things-you-didnt-know-about-holly/There's more to this festive bush than meets the eye, says Sam Wylie-Harris.Tue, 12 Dec 2023 09:27:02 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1212/1421492-9-things-you-didnt-know-about-holly/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1110/1415818-science-week-3-fascinating-tidbits-from-10-things-to-know-about/10 Thing to Know About airs Mondays at 8:30pm on RTÉ One.Fri, 10 Nov 2023 14:24:58 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1110/1415818-science-week-3-fascinating-tidbits-from-10-things-to-know-about/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/food/2023/1024/1412624-what-crops-will-we-be-growing-in-the-future/Plantsman Kevin Hobbs offers his vision of future growing. By Hannah Stephenson.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 09:20:54 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/food/2023/1024/1412624-what-crops-will-we-be-growing-in-the-future/Foodhttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1023/1412412-an-astrologists-guide-to-picking-houseplants-for-your-star-sign/Astrologists reveal how different plants and zodiac signs align.Mon, 23 Oct 2023 09:32:24 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1023/1412412-an-astrologists-guide-to-picking-houseplants-for-your-star-sign/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1019/1411696-how-to-protect-your-plants-as-the-first-frosts-arrive/Take vulnerable plants under cover and make the most of your greenhouse, say experts. By Hannah Stephenson.Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:30:09 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1019/1411696-how-to-protect-your-plants-as-the-first-frosts-arrive/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1011/1410198-gallery-wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-photographs/An image of a horseshoe crab has taken the top spot.Wed, 11 Oct 2023 10:29:54 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1011/1410198-gallery-wildlife-photographer-of-the-year-photographs/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1010/1409975-why-you-shouldnt-tidy-your-garden-too-much-in-autumn/Give hibernating creatures a chance, say experts. By Hannah Stephenson.Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:04:34 +0100https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1010/1409975-why-you-shouldnt-tidy-your-garden-too-much-in-autumn/livinghttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/motors/2024/0301/922243-driving-in-bad-weather-what-you-need-to-know/Our Motoring Editor, Donal Byrne, tells you how to avoid trouble on the road.Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:20:00 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/motors/2024/0301/922243-driving-in-bad-weather-what-you-need-to-know/Motorshttps://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1223/1342460-what-festive-food-scraps-can-you-give-to-birds/Nuts, Christmas cake and roast potatoes could all go in the mix, experts say. By Hannah Stephenson.Sat, 23 Dec 2023 06:47:00 +0000https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2023/1223/1342460-what-festive-food-scraps-can-you-give-to-birds/living