Ponds for allotments 

Ponds offer a surprising range of benefits for allotments, turning them into mini ecosystems that thrive beyond just your fruits and vegetables. Here's how ponds can give your allotment a boost:

• Water Warriors: During hot summers, ponds act as natural air conditioners, creating a cooler microclimate around them, benefiting your heat-sensitive plants.

• Pest Patrol:  Ponds attract frogs, newts, dragonflies, and other wildlife that love to munch on garden pests like slugs and snails, reducing your need for pesticides.

• Pollinator Paradise:  The damp areas around ponds attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, which in turn helps your allotment's flowering crops thrive.

• Biodiversity Boost: Ponds create a habitat for a variety of wildlife, increasing the overall biodiversity of your allotment. This not only looks good, but also creates a healthier environment.