Wildlife gardening
Gloucestershire's wildlife is in decline, but our gardens play an essential role in nature's recovery.
Together, the UK's gardens are larger than all of our National Nature Reserves combined, making them as important for wildlife as they are for our own wellbeing.
While individual gardens may seem small, they form a mosaic that connect villages, towns and cities to the wider countryside. Your garden is a vital source of food, water and shelter, whilst also providing safe routes for wildlife to move across our county.
The UK is a nation of gardeners; you can do your bit to help wildlife thrive in your garden.
Hedgehog numbers have fallen by 30 percent in just over 10 years.
Simple changes can make a big difference: introducing nectar-rich plants attracts and supports pollinators, while creating a wildlife pond provides a home for freshwater wildlife and drinking water for other garden visitors.
By choosing to garden with nature in mind, you are playing an essential role for nature's recovery in Gloucestershire, and strengthening your connection to the natural world.
