Why rewild?

How to Rewild Your Garden in the UK (And Why It’s So Important)

What Is Rewilding?

Rewilding is the process of restoring natural ecosystems by reintroducing native species, creating habitats, and allowing nature to take its course. In the context of your garden, this means creating a more biodiverse, eco-friendly space that supports wildlife, improves soil health, and helps tackle environmental challenges like climate change and biodiversity loss.

Rewilding doesn’t mean abandoning your garden altogether—it's about working with nature to create a living environment that benefits both you and the wildlife around you.

Why Rewilding Your Garden Matters

The UK’s biodiversity is under serious threat. According to the Wildlife Trusts, over 40% of the UK’s species are in decline. This loss of biodiversity threatens our ecosystems, food security, and climate stability. Our gardens can play a key role in reversing these trends.

Restoring Biodiversity

Urbanisation and intensive farming have reduced habitats for many species. Rewilding your garden provides safe spaces for insects, birds, mammals, and plants to thrive. Native species, such as hedgehogs, bees, and butterflies, will find shelter, food, and nesting sites.

Climate Change Mitigation

Rewilding supports the natural processes that help sequester carbon. Plants, especially trees and hedgerows, act as carbon sinks, reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. A well-managed garden can also help manage rainwater, reduce flooding, and keep your garden resilient against extreme weather events.

Soil Health and Sustainability

Rewilding practices like mulching, leaving grass uncut, or planting wildflowers enrich the soil, encourage beneficial insects, and reduce the need for artificial fertilizers and pesticides.

Promoting Ecological Connections

Even small gardens can contribute to the ‘green corridors’ that help wildlife move across the landscape. By creating a connected network of wildlife-friendly gardens, we can help re-establish populations of native species that have been isolated.