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How to grow heather – this versatile shrub can add long-lasting color and texture to pots and beds
Certain species of heather produce beautiful winter flowers ... This low-growing, perennial, evergreen shrub is primarily ...
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Heather burning hiatus ignites great debate: Is burning heather moors counter-productive, or does it stop them becoming a 'timebomb'?
He adds: ‘They’re a bit short-sighted in what they’re doing. You could walk on those moors for miles and miles in long heather. They’re creating major fire hazards. They think it’s ethical, but ...
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How do moorland fires start?
The type of plants that grow on the moors, including heather, are very susceptible to fire. The peat on the moors is also a factor. Even when a fire appears to be extinguished, it can still ...
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The challenges facing grouse shooting, from draining moors and heather beetles to the corridors of Westminster
‘Many moors have cancelled most dates ... One particular concern is the proliferation of heather beetles in Yorkshire, which has a devastating impact on many wildlife species, including grouse. The ...
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Smoke warning issued to people in two Greater Manchester areas
Fire chiefs have warned residents in two Greater Manchester boroughs that smoke may be seen on the moors today - but that ... setting fires on small areas of heather. The goal is to remove older ...