biodiversity benefits around greenhouses

Promoting biodiversity around greenhouses enhances natural pest control, supports pollinators, and improves water management, recreation, and public acceptance of greenhouse horticulture. Shrubs provide food and nesting sites for birds, while dead wood and sandy areas offer hibernation and nesting sites for solitary bees and natural enemies. These measures support ecological connectivity between nature areas, boosting biodiversity and resilience in greenhouse environments. Native, low-maintenance plants with spaced flowering are recommended, with optimal sowing in autumn. Soil preparation and management of dominant species are key for successful establishment.