Create useful food, water and shelter for garden wildlife. These guides cover bird feeders, bird baths and nest boxes, small wildlife ponds, hedgehog access and shelters, and flowers for pollinators. Find advice on siting, cleaning and routine garden work around wildlife, including checking hedges before cutting.
Deciding between a ground or pedestal bird bath depends on your garden’s layout. This guide explores how to position water sources to balance predator visibility with the need for protective cover.
Give wildlife a firm, textured route out of a pond and maintain it as water levels change. An escape ramp improves access but does not make every pond safe.
Position your bird bath in an open area with clear visibility to deter predators, but keep it close to shrubs or trees so birds have a quick escape route if alarmed.
Selecting a bird bath requires balancing depth for different species, rough textures for grip, and a design that allows for daily cleaning to prevent the spread of avian diseases.
Transform your balcony or patio into a wildlife haven. This guide covers selecting containers, choosing the best pollinator-friendly plants, and the steps for sowing and maintaining flowers in pots.
Create a vital haven for frogs, bees, and birds with a container wildlife pond. This guide covers how to choose a watertight vessel, build safe access ramps, and plant for biodiversity in small spaces.
