Towns and gardens
The green spaces of our towns and gardens bring nature into our daily lives, brightening our mornings with birdsong and the busy buzzing of bees. Together, the UK's gardens are larger than…
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Wilder Open Gardens
Do you give nature a helping hand in your garden? Or perhaps your garden hosts a sea of snowdrops or a blanket of bluebells? No matter how large or small your outdoor space is, Somerset Wildlife Trust want YOU to open your Wilder Garden, to inspire your friends, family and neighbours to make their own spaces more wildlife friendly too. And, if you were to include a little tea and cake, you could raise vital funds for wildlife at the same time.
How to create a container garden for wildlife
Pots and containers are a great way of introducing wildlife features onto patios, or outside the front door. They are also perfect for small gardens or spaces like window ledges or roofs. Herbs,…
Gardening for wildlife this autumn
Our friends at Vine House Farm share their top tips for wildlife gardening this autumn!
How to make a gravel garden for wildlife
Surfaced spaces needn't exclude wildlife! Gravel can often be the most wildlife-friendly solution for a particular area.
How to make a shrub garden for wildlife
Woody shrubs and climbers provide food for wildlife, including berries, fruits, seeds, nuts leaves and nectar-rich flowers. So why not plant a shrub garden and see who comes to visit?
How to start a wildlife garden from scratch
Use the blank canvas of your garden to make a home for wildlife.
Wildlife gardening myth buster
As gardeners, we like to think we are close to the land and doing our bit for the environment. Unfortunately the modern horticultural industry can come at a huge environmental cost. Here, we'…
Somerset Wildlife Trust Launches Unique New Open Garden Scheme For Wider Participation
Wilder Open Gardens to celebrate gardens and green spaces of all sizes that provide special places for nature to thrive, to inspire others to garden with wildlife in mind, and to raise vital funds…
How to make a woodland edge garden for wildlife
Few of us can contemplate having a wood in our back gardens, but just a few metres is enough to establish this mini-habitat!
How to grow a wildlife- friendly vegetable garden
Learn about companion planting, friendly pest control, organic repellents and how wildlife and growing vegetables can go hand in hand.
Taunton Wellbeing & Wildlife Gardening Group
Are you local to Taunton and have an interest in wildlife gardening and nature connection?