As the colder months roll in, our gardens can become a lifeline for local wildlife. The falling temperatures and scarce food make it tough for birds, insects, and small mammals to survive the winter. But with a few thoughtful steps, we can ensure our gardens become safe havens, helping these creatures through the harsh season.
At One & Every, we’re passionate about supporting both people and the planet. That’s why we offer products designed not just for your home and garden, but for the welfare of wildlife too. Here’s how you can take care of your garden visitors during winter, along with some of our eco-friendly recommendations.
1. **Create Warm Shelters**
Wildlife, especially small creatures like hedgehogs, need places to hibernate during the colder months. Fallen leaves, piles of wood, and thick shrubs offer natural shelter, but you can take it a step further.
Our Suggestion:
Our Hedgehog House is perfect for giving hedgehogs a snug and safe space to hibernate. Crafted from sustainable wood, it offers a cozy and protected environment, ensuring these little garden helpers have a warm spot to rest.
2. **Provide Fresh Water**
Water sources freeze in the winter, making it difficult for birds and other wildlife to stay hydrated. You can help by providing a fresh supply of water in shallow bowls or birdbaths. Remember to check regularly and remove any ice that forms.
Our Suggestion:
Invest in one of our large range of Bird Baths. Everything from tall ceramic to cast iron, hanging or standing, there is one that will look good in every garden. Plus, keeping it filled with water ensures birds stay hydrated all season long.
3. **Offer Nutritious Food**
During winter, natural food sources like insects, berries, and seeds become sparse. By offering nutritious food, you’ll help birds, squirrels, and other animals maintain their energy and survive the cold.
Our Suggestion:
Our range of Sustainable Bird Feeders are the ideal additions to any wildlife-friendly garden. Made from eco-friendly materials, it’s easy to hang and fill with seeds, nuts, fruits or fat balls. This will provide birds with the essential nutrients they need.
4. **Leave Some Areas Undisturbed**
It’s tempting to tidy up the garden as the year comes to an end, but leaving some areas a bit “wild” can make a huge difference for animals. Fallen leaves, dead plants, and overgrown areas provide valuable shelter for insects and small mammals. Let part of your garden go natural and avoid disturbing it until spring. This will allow the wildlife to thrive underneath.
5. **Support Pollinators**
While many pollinators hibernate, some will still be out and about on warmer winter days. Help them by planting winter-blooming flowers like hellebores or snowdrops, which provide much-needed nectar. You can also get Bee-Friendly Plant Kits that comes with seeds that will bloom even in cooler temperatures, ensuring bees and butterflies can find food during the scarce months.
Our Suggestion:
Bees and Butterflies can’t always drink from Bird Baths, and often drown as they need somewhere to perch. Our ‘Bird and Butterfly Bath’ is the perfect solution to keep our pollinator friends well hydrated too.
6. **Minimize the Use of Chemicals**
Avoid using harsh pesticides and chemicals in your garden during winter. These can be harmful to wildlife, especially when food is scarce, and animals may consume contaminated plants or insects. Instead, opt for organic gardening solutions.
7. **Protect Wildlife from Predators**
Predators like cats can pose a risk to smaller garden visitors, especially birds and rodents looking for food. To help protect them, consider placing feeders and birdhouses in high, sheltered locations where they can feed in safety.
Our Suggestion:
Try our Wall-Mounted Bird House, designed to keep birds safe from ground-level predators while giving them a secure place to roost.
A Wildlife-Friendly Winter Garden
Taking care of our garden wildlife is not only a rewarding way to connect with nature, but it’s also crucial for maintaining biodiversity. With just a few simple steps, we can turn our winter gardens into sanctuaries for birds, hedgehogs, insects, and other creatures that need a little extra help during the colder months.
At One & Every, we’re proud to offer eco-friendly products that support both your garden and the wildlife it hosts. From bird feeders to hedgehog houses, our range is designed with sustainability in mind, ensuring that your garden is a safe and welcoming space for nature throughout the year.
Explore our full range of wildlife-friendly products [here] and make a difference this winter. 🌿
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