Preparing Your Garden for Autumn Wildlife
As the seasons shift, gardens become crucial havens for wildlife preparing for winter. With a few simple steps this September, you can help birds, insects, and mammals thrive.
1. Food for Birds
- Leave seed heads on plants like sunflowers.
- Top up feeders with high-energy mixes.
- Keep birdbaths filled with clean water.
2. Shelter for Hedgehogs & Insects
- Create a log pile or compost heap for hibernation.
- Leave a corner of your garden wild with long grass.
- Add insect hotels for solitary bees and bugs.
3. Pond Care
- Skim leaves from the surface.
- Leave shallow access points for birds and hedgehogs.
- Avoid chemicals that harm pond life.
4. Plant for Pollinators
- Sedums, michaelmas daisies, and ivy flowers are late nectar sources.
🌿 Final Thought: Your garden can become a lifeline for wildlife as colder months approach — and it’s rewarding to see it full of life.
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