Wildlife Garden Award
The Wildlife Garden Award invites you to add your garden to the patchwork of wild spaces across Devon! Apply today to receive your plaque.
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Discover wildlife in your garden
Devon’s gardens are a great place to see wildlife up close. Discover the importance of gardens for wildlife and learn what to look out for in your garden
Cricklepit Mill Wildlife Garden
Cricklepit Mill is home to Devon Wildlife Trust’s head office and award winning wildlife garden which is open to the public Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (except bank holidays).
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,…
Wilder Diaries: Creating space for wildlife and hope
Emily, our Nextdoor Nature Officer, has been supporting staff and patients at Pinhoe View Hospital to create a wildlife haven in their ward gardens!
Wilder Diaries: Creating an oasis for families and wildlife
How do you create a successful family-friendly glamping site that not only caters to those with hidden disabilities, but also benefits local wildlife? We spoke to Dannie and Andrew from Leafy…
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?
Wildlife Gardening
Wildlife friendly gardening encourages birds, bees, butterflies & hedgehogs to your garden. Read more on how to attract wildlife with plants, bug hotels & ponds.
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.
Discover Cricklepit garden: a wildlife retreat in the heart of the city
Join the team at Devon Wildlife Trust to discover Cricklepit garden, a wildlife retreat in the heart of the city, and learn hints and tips about gardening for wildlife.
How to start a wildlife garden from scratch
Use the blank canvas of your garden to make a home for wildlife.
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.