Hedgehogs – Earthly Comforts

The Quiet Return of Hedgehogs

A reflective essay on the quiet return of hedgehogs, exploring why some gardens see them again while others never do, and what absence really means.

Hedgehogs, Gardens, and the Work We Don’t See

British gardens are becoming vital refuges for hedgehogs as countryside habitats decline. A reflective essay on restraint, space, and unintended conservation.

Night-Time Wildlife

Discover the hidden world of night-time wildlife in gardens, exploring nocturnal animals, insects, and ecosystems that quietly support healthy, balanced outdoor spaces.

Encouraging Hedgehog Wildlife into Gardens: Tips & Ideas

To attract hedgehogs to your garden, create wildlife-friendly environments with hedgehog highways, avoid hazards, establish wild corners, ensure safe water access, supplement diets responsibly, and eliminate harmful chemicals, promoting a supportive ecosystem for these vulnerable creatures.

Rewilding Your Garden for Wildlife: 5 Simple Ideas

To increase natural habitat areas in gardens, consider introducing a wildlife flora patch, bird bath, and feeding tray, and creating safe havens for mammals like hedgehogs. Additionally, build a dead hedge or bug hotel and grow a nettle patch to attract wildlife. These simple steps can help support and protect wildlife in your garden.