2026 - What I did today.

Sowed DFB seeds, weeded VP1 (the pea & bean bed) and another patch which may become a permanent leek bed. Have to get rid of 2 self seeded birch trees first! Don't know where they've come from as there are no birch trees in the garden!

Mowed a bit then washed a car - first time in well over 10 years. It wasn't cause of the lichens and moss growing on it but a small bird, probably a robin, has started using its side mirror on the drivers side and window as a toilet. It has likely been seeing its reflection and not liking what it sees - a competitor as big as itself.

A couple of years ago, there were Blue or Great tits attacking their reflection in the wingmirror on my car. and making a mess.  I put a stocking over the mirror to stop them. If you have any stockings, you could try that.

It’s a territorial thing. That happens during breeding season. They think their reflection is a rival and spend hours and energy attacking the mirror. Potentially hurting themselves. So if you can cover it, do.