Ways to attract wildlife

You can plant all kinds of shrubs and flowers that will benefit birds and other wildlife throughout the year

• Buddleia
• Hawthorn
• Honeysuckle
• Ivy

Other plants

Animals

Birds are not the only creatures to benefit from a wildlife garden. Learn more about the wide variety of animals that use your garden, including when you're likely to see them, and where.

• Badger
• Hedgehog
• Ladybird
• Rabbit

Other animals

Garden habitats

From window boxes to log piles and meadow areas, all habitats are important for wildlife. Whether you want to make the most of what you already have, or want to create more habitats, we've got the information for you.

• Bog garden
• Eaves
• Log pile
• Pond

Other garden habitats

Species of the month

Earthworm

Earthworms are made up of many ridged segments. They are covered in minute hairs, which allow them to grip the soil and move. They are vital in maintaining soil structure and fertility as they aerate the soil.

Featured month

November

The gentle sunlight of autumn can often produce soft, golden colours as the foliage on shrubs and trees such as acers, cotoneasters, berberis and witchhazels turns from green through to orange and red.

Other months

Need other garden advice

Visit our advice section for further information on how to improve your garden for birds and wildlife.

• Garden hedges
• Peat-free gardening
• Create a wildlife garden
• Unwanted garden visitors

Further advice