Who are the 38 Degrees team?

38 Degrees is a British not-for-profit political-activism organisation. It describes itself as “progressive” and claims to “campaign for fairness, defend rights, promote peace, preserve the planet and deepen democracy in the UK”.

How do I stop 38 Degrees email?

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What seeds are in 38 degrees seeds for bees?

Yes! The seeds are supplied by Higgledy Garden and are a mix of completely organic bee-friendly flowers. As they are individually mixed, there will be a combination of seeds including phacelia, borage, nigella, eschscholzia, larkspur, cornflower, chrysanthemum,calendula, cosmos and sunflower.

When should you plant bee seeds?

The seeds are combined with nurturing sifted soil and sheltering local clay to protect them from predators. Just throw your Beebombs onto cleared soil and await the blossom of colour and the return of native bee and butterfly species. Beebombs can be scattered at anytime of year but Autumn and Spring are optimum.

What plants are in bee bombs?

Beebomb Seeds:

Yarrow is a common flower of roadsides, hedgerows, grasslands, and scrubby areas where the soil is inclined to being dry and chalky.
Common Knapweed.
Wild Carrot.
Lady’s bedstraw was historically widespread through Great Britain and is a very important pollinator.
Rough Hawkbit.

Can I sow wildflower seeds on grass?

It is essential to scarify the ground first in order to open up patches of soil into which the seed can be sown. The grass should be ripped out and at the same time remove any dead grass or any unwanted plants. As always when sowing wildflower seeds they do better on poor soil.

Do Bee bombs need full sun?

Beebombs need no gardening skill and can be scattered straight onto open ground at any time of the year. Once scattered, Beebombs just need lots of water, sun and time. Wildflowers are hardy and adaptable but slow growers.

Are Beebombs Irish?

Packed and dispatched from Ireland. Beebombs use only sustainable packaging. No ‘one use plastics’ used. We source our seeds from 15 different smallholders around the EU and Northern Ireland.

Do wildflowers grow back every year?

Under the right conditions, annual wildflowers regrow each year by reseeding; some annuals reseed and spread more readily than others. When you plant the seed of an annual, normally it’s sprouted and growing in a week. Most annual flower plants will be full-grown and in full bloom within 3 months.

How long does it take for wildflowers to grow?

between 14-21 days
Generally, wildflowers take between 14-21 days to germinate. Once germinated, wildflowers take another 45-60 days before first blooms.

Can you scatter Bee Bombs on grass?

Can I scatter my Beebombs on a lawn? Grass can outcompete the wildflowers so we do say it’s best to scatter on cleared ground. Many people cut the grass very short and then rake over the grass well to turn over the ground.

What flowers are in Bee Bombs?

Our seed list.
Yarrow is a common flower of roadsides, hedgerows, grasslands, and scrubby areas where the soil is inclined to being dry and chalky.
Common Knapweed.
Wild Carrot.
Lady’s bedstraw was historically widespread through Great Britain and is a very important pollinator.
Rough Hawkbit.

How many people are members of 38 degrees?

Who are the founders of the 38 degrees project?

The 38 Degrees website states: “38 Degrees was founded by a group of activists and funders concerned about the state of our democracy and determined to try something different. Founders include Gordon Roddick, Henry Tinsley, Pete Myers and Paul Hilder. The project was developed by Ben Brandzel, Nina Kowalska,…

How is the 38 degrees campaign so successful?

Part of its success comes from the speed with which 38 Degrees can launch a campaign or find out members’ views. Campaigning techniques include both online methods, such as mass email, social media, blogs and online petitions, and offline methods, such as calling an MP or visiting a surgery.

Why is the Board of 38 degrees important?

Staff also draw on advice from other campaigning groups, experts and others to make sure we’re getting good information about the best way to make change happen. The board of 38 Degrees exists to make sure that the organisation is financially stable and accountable to its members.