The Humane Gardener Book
A philosophical and practical guide for the gardener who hopes to wants to create a backyard garden in harmony with nature.
Features sections on why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards, a Getting Started section complete with general information, suggested further reading for specific regions, native plant information and regional databases, and native plant retail sources and suppliers, detailed chapters that address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden.
