Gardening for Wildlife
Our gardens give us a wonderful opportunity to care for the needs of wildlife - creating habitats that we can learn from and enjoy; helping us to connect with nature and with ourselves.  Learn how to create a haven for wildlife.

If you want to do your bit for wildlife or help your kids connect with nature, or if you just want to enjoy the sights and sounds of lots of creatures in your garden this is the course for you.

Find out which plants are best for bees ...

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Bumblebees love Eryngium.

... and which are best for butterflies

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Butterflies love Asters.

Learn about different wildlife habitats and make a 'des res' for creepy crawlies

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It's easy to create bug hotels like this one.

Discover how to make a nectar-rich border and create a mini meadow

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Mini-meadows attract lots of different insects. 

Brief outline of the course
The course uses a combination of talks, slideshows, group work, games, garden tours and practical exercises, with the choice of methods depending on the venue, the time of year and the weather conditions.

The course covers the following topics:
  •  Why garden with wildlife in mind?
  •  Wildlife habitats and how to re-create them in your garden.
  •  Plants that feed wildlife - including bees, butterflies    and small mammals. 
  •  Assessing your garden and creating an outline plan.
  •  Maintaining your wildlife-friendly garden.