Natural England - Wildlife gardening

Wildlife gardening

Everyone can be a wildlife gardener. Whether you are an expert gardener or simply enjoy growing plants on a patio, in a few tubs or on an allotment, there is lots you can do to encourage wildlife to visit.

Bumblebee

Bumblebee

The UK's 15 million gardens already provide important homes for wildlife, but we can do so much more. Many creatures that are declining in the countryside, such as the common frog, song thrush and hedgehog, can thrive in domestic gardens and other areas if we provide the right conditions for them.

The Big Wildlife Garden

The Big Wildlife Garden website is run by Natural England and aims to put you in touch with other people who love wildlife and are passionate about their gardens. Doing one small thing today will make a massive difference to England’s wildlife.

Top tips and leaflets

Here is where you can find out about some of the easy ways to attract more wildlife into your garden. You can either follow our Top tips or read our Wildlife gardening leaflets which cover a wide range topics.

Forum for Gardening with Wildlife in Mind

Find out more about the Forum for Gardening with Wildlife in Mind, which draws public attention to the importance of gardening for wildlife.

Access to Nature grants

Access to Nature is a £25 million grant scheme that is open to everyone who wants to understand, access and enjoy our natural environment. Any wildlife gardening project organised by, for example a community or church group, charity, school, or local authority could be eligible for funding. Find out more about the Access to Nature grant scheme.

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