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Stephen Barlow

Simple things you can do to help wildlife

From building a bug hotel to creating a garden pond, here are some ideas for things you can do yourself to help wildlife. To find out more about gardening for wildlife, click here.

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How to start a wildlife garden from scratch

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How to plant a tree

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How to feed birds in your garden

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How to provide water for wildlife

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How to make a gravel garden for wildlife

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How to make a hedge for wildlife

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How to make a woodland edge garden for wildlife

How to make a shrub garden for wildlife

How to make a shrub garden for wildlife

How to do companion planting

How to do companion planting

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How to help wildlife at school

How to make a costal garden

How to make a coastal garden

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How to help wildlife at work

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How to make a Christmas wreath for birds

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How to build a bird box

Build a pond

How to create a mini pond

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How to clean nestboxes and bird feeders

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How to build a swift box

Help wildlife in the cold

Help wildlife in the cold

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