We are well known for being a nation of gardening enthusiasts. Gardens enjoy an unparalleled position to influence the way people interact with and feel about the environment. Being right outside our backdoors, they give us our most immediate access to nature. Do you want to attract more bees, birds and butterflies to your garden? Check out these handy guides for wildlife friendly plants...add a splash of colour and a helping hand to wildlife!
Here are some helpful guides to get you started in your garden:
Plant for Wildlife - plant species that attract insects to your garden Wildlife Planting Guide - trees, shrubs & plants for your wildlife garden Royal Horticultural Society plant guide for school gardens
Pollination is a vital benefit nature provides for free; the following guidance for planting insect-friendly plants on amenity land includes a comprehensive list of plant species which you can adapt for garden planting.
Plants for Pollinators Guidance notes
Follow these links to find some amazing wildlife gardening websites:
10 top tips for Wildlife Gardening
Flora Locale
BBC Wildlife Gardening
Wildlife Trusts - Wildlife Garden Safari
Space for Nature - wildlife gardening
Butterfly friendly gardening
Planting for ponds