How to create a biodiverse garden

For a country that prides itself on its green spaces, rural landscapes and love of plants, it may come as a shock to learn that the UK is one of the most deforested countries in Europe. Less than 13% of our landmass is covered with woodland or trees, in contrast to mainland Europe where coverage stands at 38%.

When you look at these figures it becomes clear how vital our gardens are as a means of providing habitat for not only birds and small mammals but also insects, lichens and fungi which our ecosystems rely on to thrive. Therefore increasing the range of plants in your garden –