With 87% of UK homes boasting gardens—that’s around 23 million gardens alone—plus countless other green areas, there’s ample opportunity. Utilising any part of your garden for tree planting, wildflowers, or even installing a pond can greatly benefit urban environments.
For those without gardens, parks and open spaces serve as vital outlets for outdoor activities and nature engagement. Additionally, industrial and commercial areas offer potential green spaces for both workers and residents. All these areas can be transformed into beautiful habitats for wildlife and local communities to enjoy.
With 55% of the global population residing in urban areas (projected to reach 68% by 2050), preserving urban green spaces is paramount. Increased interaction with these areas fosters a desire to protect them from future bad developments. Government and housebuilders must adapt their practices to safeguard green spaces in towns, villages, and cities.
Urban Planting Scheme, alongside our partners (YOU), plays a crucial role in this effort by establishing links in the habitat and environment chain.”
