Wildlife in winter

Wildlife is a hugely important part of gardens, and one that we’ve come to appreciate all the more in the last year. This week we discover the secret winter lives of native butterflies, learn how to make a wildflower meadow, and unearth why moles can actually be good for gardens. Plus author and wildlife expert Kate Bradbury discusses wildlife in RHS Gardens with editor of The Garden magazine Chris Young, and reflects on how our animal neighbours are helping humans get through lockdown. For links and info please see the show notes or rhs.org.uk/podcast

Butterflies, moles, making meadows and more

Useful links: ►Butterflies in your garden ►Wildlife gardening ►RHS Gardens ►The Garden magazine ►How to get started with a wildflower meadow (perennials in grass) ►Make a mini meadow (annual flowers) ►RHS Find a plant ►Search RHS gardening advice

Contributors: ►Kate Bradbury, author and wildlife expert ►Chris Young, Editor of The Garden magazine ►Dr Andrew Salisbury, Principal RHS Entomologist ►Jenny Steel, ecologist and writer ►Derek Crawley, The Mammal Society