Urban Greening for BIDs

Regular SuDS planter maintenance applies, with occasional wildlife checks and optional seasonal planting refresh.

Yes, the SuDS planters can be adapted to site conditions or education/interpretation goals.

Yes – the planter is a brilliant engagement and learning tool that supports curriculum links and community action.

Through features like bee bricks, bug hotels, a watering hole, hollow stems, and a hedgehog house, the SuDS Planter provides a diverse set of wildlife habitats.

Ideal for schools, parks, and grey, urban spaces – anywhere that needs both sustainable drainage and a biodiversity uplift.

Yes – green roofs can increase property value through better energy efficiency, longevity, and environmental credentials.

Yes, they absorb and retain rainfall, reducing runoff and easing pressure on urban drainage systems.

Yes, all green roofs need some maintenance. Extensive roofs need minimal care, while intensive roofs require regular upkeep.

With proper installation and care, a green roof can extend your roof’s lifespan by 20 to 30 years.

Green roofs can be installed on slopes up to 45°, though additional support systems may be needed for steeper pitches.

Yes, extensive green roofs are lightweight and low-maintenance, while intensive green roofs resemble rooftop gardens and support deeper planting.

A green roof is a layer of vegetation planted over a waterproof system installed on top of a flat or slightly sloped roof.

Yes, they improve biodiversity, support pollinators, cool the urban environment and manage rainfall – all key elements of local climate resilience strategies.

Yes – many of our nature gardens include rain gardens or permeable areas to manage runoff and reduce local flood risk.

Yes, they are ideal for schools, estates, parks and even small plots in city centres. Nature gardens soften hard landscapes and deliver valuable ecosystem services in space-limited settings.

Nature gardens focus on biodiversity, native planting, and ecological value. They often include habitat features like log piles, wildflower meadows and rainwater-absorbing beds, rather than manicured lawns or formal planting.

A nature garden is a biodiverse, low-maintenance green space designed to encourage wildlife, support sustainable water management, and create a calming environment for people to enjoy.

Yes. Each hub is tailored to local needs, space availability and priorities, such as biodiversity enhancement, accessibility, or branding for business improvement districts.

Standard features can include cycle parking, rain gardens, green screens, seating, digital or physical signage, e-bike/e-scooter docks and community noticeboards.

Yes – by promoting active travel and integrating transport options, they reduce reliance on private vehicles and improve local air quality.

They are designed for a wide range of users including commuters, residents, students and visitors – encouraging walking, cycling and public transport use.

Mobility hubs improve access to sustainable transport, reduce car dependency, enhance public realm aesthetics, and support climate and air quality goals.

A mobility hub is a multifunctional space that integrates green infrastructure with active travel options like bike parking, e-scooter docks and seating, often supported by wayfinding and planting.

There’s no strict size, but they typically range from 50m² to 500m², ideal for spaces like converted roadside areas, dead-end streets, or corners of housing estates or urban areas.