Gardening for wildlife advice guides

Our expert gardening for wildlife guides explain everything you need to know about attracting birds and other animals to your garden.

11 articles

Best plants for bees

Discover the best garden plants for attracting early bumblebees and bees, plus our step-by-step guide to making a bee house

1 October 2024

Best wildflower seeds and plug plants

Wildflowers are a great way to attract pollinators – our experts have tested seeds and plug plants to help you to successfully raise them for your garden

30 October 2024

The best shrubs for attracting wildlife throughout the year

Keep your garden revitalised every season with the best shrubs to attract and protect your local wildlife

21 June 2024

Best bird seed

Feed the birds without spilled seed germinating and becoming weeds in your garden with these no-grow and no-mess bird seeds

4 November 2024

Best bird nest boxes

Give small garden birds a helping hand by choosing one of our best nesting boxes which are designed to keep out predators and be easy to clean

21 October 2024

Best wildflower meadow seed mixes

Create a beautiful display of wildflowers to attract pollinators this summer.

9 October 2024

Best squirrel-proof bird feeders

Find the best bird feeder that will attract birds while also distracting the attention of determined squirrels

7 October 2024

Best fat balls for feeding birds

Fat balls are a popular choice for feeding birds, but while some brands will attract birds to your garden, others fail to impress

4 October 2024

Best window bird feeders

We reveal the best window bird feeders for getting up close and personal with your feathered friends

3 October 2024

Best patio plants for attracting pollinators

Choose the best patio flowers to fill your garden with bees and butterflies

3 October 2024

Best winter plants for attracting birds

Discover the seedheads that will create beautiful winter displays and help garden birds

1 October 2024

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