Bio diversity

[jwlchapman]

Hi, I am a full time groundsman and I have been asked to turn over a section of one of my sites to Mother Nature. I have ear-marked a couple of areas but I don't really know what to do with them other than the blindingly obvious, nothing.
The areas concerned will still be in view and I am concerned that they will look a mess and not be recognised for what they are.
Does anyone have any ideas for me please before I spray the areas with Glyphosate and sow some some 'natural' seeds. ( not really in the true spirit imo )

John

[smallblueplanet]

Hi jwl

its ALL mother nature, so why do you have to spray glyophosphate?

What is the aim of the area you're trying to create?

[Tracey]

Hi John

That sounds like an interesting project. If the purpose is to encourage the wildlife, you could add piles of rotting wood, a small pond and wildflowers.

Tracey

[Two_Sheds]

For the best book I've read on Wildlife Gardening, try "No Nettles Required".
(£2.40 on Amazon)
It's written by a scientist who actually studied over several years, the plants and habitats that support most wildlife.
It contains a few shockers:

• native plants aren't actually that good at attracting wildlife
• Nettles are almost useless for butterflies
• commercial insect nest boxes are pretty useless
• The best things to have are trees and ponds