Greener garden

Quick guides

In a hurry? Find out how to have a greener garden and more about greener living - it will only take two minutes with our quick guides

How to maintain your garden using very little mains water

Green ways to control pests and weeds in your garden

Simple things you can do to encourage birds and other wildlife in your garden

Making greener choices when buying and using barbecues and heaters in the garden

Making greener choices about soils and fertilisers in your garden or allotment

How to make greener choices when buying garden furniture

What you can and can't compost, plus how to dispose of waste

How to arrange getting an allotment and what facilities may be provided

Find out how to care for bees

Find out how to grow your own fruit and vegetables

Find out how to be plant wise and help prevent the spread of invasive aquatic plants

Get a personalised report on how you can save up to £300 a year and help tackle climate change.