From short lawns to tidy hedgerows, there’s a general preference for tidiness in our gardens and local greenspaces. However, for wildlife, we need a different story. Patches of scrub, piles of leaves and dead wood, which could be deemed as ‘mess’ by some, provide the needed cover and food for many mammals, amphibians, reptiles, insects and birds.
With good quality habitats for wildlife in decline, local greenspaces, such as parks, are becoming increasingly important. Luckily, there are some fantastic examples across Worcestershire where community spaces are cared for with nature in mind.