Be wildlife FRIENDLY

Help the wildlife in your garden to survive, and thrive, with our top five tips for giving nature a hand

- JO MADDOX

1 . Provide water

Wildlife needs water, especially during summer. While insects, mammals and birds need it for drinking and bathing, amphibians and other pond life rely on it for shelter and for breeding. There are lots of ways to provide water for wildlife, whether it’s a dish of water on the ground, windowsill or hanging from a tree, or turning a washing-up bowl into a mini garden pond. To find out how to visit wildlifetrusts.org/actions/ how-create-mini-pond

2.Grow wild