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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
UK Heatwave: Gardeners Urged To Clear These Items From Their Lawns
The UK is heading towards a heatwave this weekend with temperatures expected to reach highs of 33°C (per The Met Office). That means you should avoid mowing your grass until the weather cools down, as doing so when it's hot can damage already-weakened roots. But according to gardening expert Chris Cooper from Hayter, manufacturer of battery lawnmowers, gardeners with kids might accidentally be making another mistake. If you're bringing out the family paddling pool or toy seesaw over the sunny weekend, you could accidentally damage your grass more than you realise, he said. 'During heatwaves and when not in use, tidy away children's play equipment,' Cooper advised. 'This will protect your grass from weather damage. The same goes for unused lawn furniture and barbecues.' When we cover a large area of grass with a heavy, impermeable object (including garden furniture), we deprive our grass of much-needed water and light. 'Leaving these heavier items on your grass won't only damage the soil, it'll also damage the grass, and the sun's benefits won't be felt by the crushed patches of lawn,' Cooper continued. Yep – the expert advised against waiting too late to water your garden in the heat. 'You should also be watering your garden first thing in the morning,' Cooper told us. 'When the sun begins to rise, your grass and plants will begin to soak up the water for healthy growth – so make sure they start the day with a decent breakfast! 'This is especially important in a heatwave, as the weather will be much cooler in the morning than at midday when the temperature is at its peak.' Noted. Can't Sleep In This Heat? This 30-Minute Fix Might Help UK Gardeners Warned To Move Potted Plants This Weekend 8 Signs Of Heat Stroke That Mean You Should Call 999
Daily Mirror
07-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
Households urged to keep hold of weeds and put them in one garden location
If you've just spent hours yanking out pesky weeds from your garden, don't throw them out just yet - there's a fantastic way you can re-use them to help your garden There are few things more infuriating than spending hours yanking out weeds on a sunny day – but luckily your hard work has a double benefit. According to a garden expert, your weeds can actually be put to great use in another part of your garden. Weeds are an inescapable facet of the British outdoors. Some of the most common varieties include dandelions, daisies and spiky milk thistles. While not all of these plants are an eyesore, they can cause massive damage to your garden and plants. For this reason, gardeners should be proactive about yanking them out. One of the most major problems posed by weeds is that they tend to grow in dense patches that sap up vital nutrients from the soil. This leaves less for your other plants, including grass. Worryingly, they can also cause massive structural damage. Weeds like to grow in between pavement stones and crack paving slabs, as well as damage drains, which can cause a domino effect of household issues. Equally, they create a prime environment for all sorts of pesky pests. Dense weed growth provides ample shelter for ravenous bugs like aphids and mealybugs, which love to nibble through your plants. But this doesn't mean they have to go to waste. Gardening expert Chris Cooper from Hayter mowers reveals they can actually be an asset in your garden. Chris advises: 'Provided they're non-invasive, you can even reuse pulled weeds to your advantage by composting them or letting them wilt in the sun before adding them to the compost heap!' This is because weeds contain nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, on top of a whole host of other essential micronutrients. This are crucial for plant growth and help fight against common plant diseases. Other handy items you can throw on your compost heap include old leaves and snapped-up twigs. Likewise, these common piece of garden 'rubbish' can actually be recycled into a delicious meal. Food scraps also make great compost material. For example, banana peels are incredibly rich in potassium, which is vital for plant growth. Another option is using egg shells. Most humans find these crunchy little shells highly unpleasant to eat, hence why they're often left in the bin - but they're still rich in magnesium and potassium, which plants love. You can also use some more unconventional materials, too. Pet hair actually makes a fantastic compost item, as it has a high nitrogen content.
Daily Mirror
05-06-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Gardeners urged to avoid watering plants at specific time of day in June
As temperatures are predicted to soar this summer, a gardening expert provides a crucial warning over a common watering error many Brits make when caring for their plants In the midst of the summer heat most of us are inclined to give our plants an extra helping of water – but an expert warns that watering them at the wrong time of day can be futile. Britain is twice as likely to have a hot summer in 2025, based on data from the Met Office. This means as temperatures rise and the sun makes a more frequent appearance, many British gardeners are finally seeing their plants come into bloom. However, it also increases the risk of plants becoming dehydrated. Depending on when you water your plants, they may not be receiving a sufficient amount of hydration. This can in turn leave them looking lacklustre and even vulnerable to disease. Common symptoms of dehydration in plants include droopy, wilted leaves, browning tissue and stunted growth. You may also see less fruits or flowers being produced. Chris Cooper, a gardening expert from Hayter, says:'If you're experiencing a dry summer so far where you are…then watering is a crucial step towards a thriving garden. However, it can be seriously tempting to overcompensate for the hot weather and end up overwatering. He continues: 'Not to mention wasting water, the roots of plants that have been overwatered can suffocate, leading to nasty afflictions like root rot, yellowing leaves and fungal diseases: the opposite of what you want to see in a thriving garden!' To avoid this issue, Chris advises watering plants in either the early morning or late evening. This way your plants won't be exposed to too much direct sunlight. The reason why this is important is because afternoon temperatures can cause much of the water to evaporate before it even reaches the roots. Which ultimately means that your plants aren't being sufficiently hydrated. This in turn can lead to gardeners giving them too much water to compensate, which prevents them from taking in oxygen and makes them more vulnerable to issues like leaf scorch. In extreme cases, overwatering can even lead to plants dying When watering, Chris also advises to 'focus on the base of your plants', which will help direct water to the roots. He adds that you should 'prioritise plants in containers, pots and hanging baskets.' Plants in baskets or other containers need to be prioritised as they have no other water source besides the pots they are placed in. This makes them more vulnerable to damage. Another issue to be on the lookout for in warm weather is the increased presence of weeds. The heat and sunlight will allow them to proliferate faster, which can redirect precious nutrients from your plants. To stop the spread, Chris suggests pulling weeds from the ground as soon as you spot them, as that way they're easier to remove. They can even be used as compost after!
Globe and Mail
03-06-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
GoldHaven Resources Appoints Robert Birmingham as President & CEO and Grants Options
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GoldHaven Resources Corp. (' GoldHaven ' or the ' Company ') (CSE: GOH) (OTCQB: GHVNF) (FSE: 4QS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Birmingham as President & CEO of GoldHaven, bringing with him extensive capital markets experience with a strong mining focus. Mr. Birmingham will replace Chris Cooper who was serving as interim President & CEO. Mr. Cooper will remain on as a Director of the Company. Mr. Birmingham has over 15 years of capital markets experience, with a focus on corporate development, M&A, go-public transactions and capital raising. Mr. Birmingham is currently the President & CEO of Pace Metals Inc., Director of BIGG Digital Assets, and holds multiple other board seats. Mr. Birmingham is the President of investor relations company Benaterra Communications Inc. and has been on the board of numerous TSX.V, CSE and CBOE Canada listed Companies. Mr. Birmingham holds a BBA from Capilano University. Mr. Birmingham was previously the President of Boa Gold Corp., which was acquired by GoldHaven in January of 2025. Mr. Birmingham brings with him intimate knowledge of the Copeçal project and has strong relationships with those involved in advancing the project in Brazil during the Company's inaugural work program this year. 'We are excited to have Rob join the GoldHaven team, bringing with him significant public markets and senior management experience', stated Mike Stier, Director of GoldHaven. 'With Rob's knowledge of the Copeçal project through his past President role at recently acquired Boa Gold, follow up conversations led to a mutual interest in him being an ideal match in stepping into President & CEO of the Company.' Options Grant: Additionally, GoldHaven reports that pursuant to the Company's Incentive Stock Option Plan, the Company has granted incentive stock options to certain directors, officers and consultants of the Company to purchase up to 850,000 common shares in the capital stock of the Company. The options are exercisable on or before June 3, 2027, at an exercise price of CAD 0.105 per share. This stock option grant is subject to acceptance by the Canadian Securities Exchange (the 'Exchange'). About GoldHaven Resources Corp. GoldHaven Resources Corp. is a Canadian junior exploration Company focused on acquiring and exploring highly prospective land packages in North and South America. The Company's projects include (i) the flagship Magno Project, a district-scale polymetallic property adjacent to the historic Cassiar mining district in British Columbia; (ii) the Three Guardsman Project, which exhibits significant potential for copper and gold-skarn mineralization; (iii) the Copeçal Gold Project, a drill-ready gold project located in Mato Grosso, Brazil with a 6km strike of anomalous gold in soil samples; and (iv) three critical mineral projects with extensive tenement packages totalling 123,900 hectares: Bahia South, Bahia North and Iguatu projects located in Brazil. On Behalf of the Board of Directors Rob Birmingham, Chief Executive Officer For further information, please contact: Rob Birmingham, CEO info@ Office Direct: (604) 629-8254 The CSE and Information Service Provider have not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the accuracy or adequacy of this release. Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Often, but not always, forward-looking information and information can be identified by the use of words such as 'plans', 'expects' or 'does not expect', 'is expected', 'estimates', 'intends', 'anticipates' or 'does not anticipate', or 'believes', or variations of such words and phrases or state that certain actions, events or results 'may', 'could', 'would', 'might' or 'will' be taken, occur or be achieved. Actual future results may differ materially. In particular, this news release contains forward-looking information relating to the Company and the Property. The forward-looking information reflects management's current expectations based on information currently available and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking information. Such risk factors may include, among others, but are not limited to: general economic conditions in Canada and globally; industry conditions, including governmental regulation and environmental regulation; the availability of capital on acceptable terms; the need to obtain required approvals from regulatory authorities; stock market volatility; competition for, among other things, skilled personnel and supplies; incorrect assessments of the value of acquisitions; geological, technical, processing and transportation problems; changes in tax laws and incentive programs; failure to realize the anticipated benefits of acquisitions and dispositions; and the other factors. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing the forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on such information and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed time frames or at all. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations include: (i) adverse market conditions; and (ii) other factors beyond the control of the Company. New risk factors emerge from time to time, and it is impossible for the Company's management to predict all risk factors, nor can the Company assess the impact of all factors on Company's business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ from those contained in any forward-looking information. The forward-looking information included in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company expressly disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. Additional information identifying risks and uncertainties that could affect financial results is contained in the Company's filings with Canadian securities regulators, which are available on the Company's profile at
Daily Mirror
03-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
Gardeners warned to avoid mowing lawns at certain times of day in June
With grass growing faster in June, gardeners may find themselves reaching for the lawn mower more often - but an expert has warned that mowing at certain times of day could be harmful Summer is on the horizon, and gardeners across the UK are preparing their gardens for social gatherings. Alongside deadheading, pruning and cleaning patios and fences, many may be tempted to give their lawns a quick trim. With June's higher temperatures causing grass to grow faster, it is likely that lawns will require more frequent mowing. However, an expert warns that mowing your lawn at certain times of the day could cause damage. Chris Cooper from Hayter, a British manufacturer of battery mowers, advises gardeners to "change the time of day" they mow their lawns in June for a crucial reason. He clarified: "Never mow in the early morning, at midday or after dusk. In the morning, grass may still be wet from dew, mowing at midday is too hot, and mowing after dusk leaves your lawn vulnerable to fungal attacks." So, when is the best time of day to mow lawns in June? Chris suggests that late morning or mid-late afternoon is the ideal time. He added: "This is the best time to mow in optimal weather conditions without disturbing local wildlife too much." In addition to considering the time of day you mow your lawn, Chris advises gardeners to also think about the height at which they mow their lawns. With grass growing faster in June, gardeners need to adjust their mower cutting height so it removes more each time, reports the Express.. To achieve this, just reduce your mower's cutting height, but be certain never to lop off more than a third of the total grass length. Gardening expert Chris recommended that green thumbs ought to mow their lawns weekly in June unless their turf exhibits "extreme dryness." He also noted: "If grass growth is quicker than expected, mowing twice per week is also advised if the grass is being properly hydrated."
