Since the 1930’s to the 1980’s, we have lost around 97% of wildflower meadows in the UK. IN this post, Groundwork Greater Manchester share tips on how you can help increase biodiversity in your local area.
Mini forests cover a small area of land, known for being extensively dense with fast growing native tree species. Learn more about them, and how to create one thanks to the IGNITION project, delivered by Groundwork Greater Manchester.
Rain garden planters capture excess rainwater to prevent flooding and filter out pollutants to keep our water clean. Learn more about them, and how to create one thanks to the IGNITION project, delivered by Groundwork Greater Manchester.
Implementing green roofs in our communities encourages wildlife to visit, reduces flooding risks and purifies the surrounding air from toxic pollutants. Learn more about them, and how to create one thanks to the IGNITION project, delivered by Groundwork Greater Manchester.
Living walls are a creative method of using limited space in built environments. Learn more about them, and how to create one thanks to the IGNITION project, delivered by Groundwork Greater Manchester.
Himalayan Balsam is the invasive species outcompetes native plants, flowers, and grasses conquering vast amounts of land in a short space of time. Learn more from Groundwork Greater Manchester about how to get rid of it.
Greening alleyways bring neighbours together, while creating a much-needed stepping stone for nature in urban environments.
With over 7,000 Friends Groups in the UK, each with a fantastic group of volunteers, there may be one near you already. But, if there isn’t, we’ve put together this guide to help you get started.
Want to grow your own fruit and veg but don’t know where to start? Check out our monthly growing guide for advice about sowing seeds, harvesting and more!
We’ll show you how you can grow tasty fruit, veg and herbs whether you have a big garden or a small windowsill!
We can all play a part in climate action by being conscious of our water usage in everyday life. Check out our water saving tips!
If you have a large garden space, building a pond can be beneficial for biodiversity, rainwater collection and more!
