The points below provide some small ways in which this can be done.

Wildlife gardening

• use plants that thrive during hotter, drier summers and that require less watering
• plant native hedgerows to provide nesting sites and introduce berries and nuts that will feed wildlife
• mulching attracts insects, creating food for birds, hedgehogs and other wildlife
• encourage wildlife into gardens by installing insect houses and building log piles
• install bird boxes and feeders
• create a pond or a water container to attract wildlife
• try to avoid using harmful pesticides

Saving resources

• catch rain water
• laying mulch around your plants locks in moisture
• water roots of plants – not leaves
• re-use water from your bath or shower
• relocate container plants into the shade and group together so they lose less water
• remove weeds as they suck moisture from the soil
• compost kitchen and garden waste
• use recycled materials in the garden
• avoid peat based products

So get entering and tell us all about what you do to encourage and incorporate wildlife and biodiversity into your entry!