Wildlife-friendly gardening is about creating a garden that is not just aesthetically pleasing, but also a valuable habitat for the local flora and fauna.

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This approach involves creating a garden that provides food, water, shelter, and breeding opportunities for various species of plants and animals.

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Some examples of wildlife-friendly gardening practices:

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Planting native species of plants and flowers that are adapted to the local climate and soil conditions.

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Providing bird feeders and birdhouses to attract birds to the garden.

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Creating water features such as ponds or bird baths to provide drinking and bathing opportunities for birds and other wildlife.

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Leaving areas of the garden wild and undisturbed, to provide habitat for insects, mammals, and other small animals.

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Avoiding the use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers, which can harm beneficial insects and other wildlife.

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Composting garden waste and using it as a natural fertilizer.

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Creating a diverse range of habitats, such as woodland areas, wildflower meadows, and native hedgerows, to support a variety of wildlife.