RSPB Gardening for Wildlife: New edition

Gardening for Wildlife is an essential guide for creating gardens that are homes for wildlife, dispelling myths and offering new insights and ideas. It includes a catalogue of the top 500 best garden flowers, shrubs, and trees for wildlife and practical sections to create entire habitats.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 288 pages
\n Publication date: 15 April 2021
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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Having butterflies fluttering around your flowerbeds, frogs hopping in your water feature, and birds chirping in your bushes is a truly uplifting experience. It's a testament to your efforts and dedication in creating a haven for wildlife right in your backyard. Gardening for Wildlife, authored by Adrian Thomas, is a comprehensive guide that caters to both novice and experienced gardeners. In this book, Thomas dispels myths and provides fresh insights and ideas to help everyone understand how to create gardens that are not only visually appealing but also serve as ideal homes for a diverse range of wildlife. Whether you have a large garden or a small balcony, this book offers valuable guidance on how to make your space more wildlife-friendly. One of the key aspects of Gardening for Wildlife is its emphasis on ecological principles. Thomas educates readers about the importance of biodiversity and how to design gardens that support a variety of species. He debunks common misconceptions that often deter people from pursuing a kinder approach to gardening, such as the idea that creating a wildlife-friendly garden requires a lot of space or specialized equipment. Instead, Thomas shows that even small changes can make a significant impact on the local ecosystem. The book is organized into practical sections that guide readers through the process of creating entire habitats, such as woodland and meadow gardens. Each section includes detailed information on the plants and features that are essential for wildlife survival, as well as tips on how to incorporate them into your garden design. The massively expanded catalogue of the top 500 best garden flowers, shrubs, and trees for wildlife is a valuable resource for gardeners who want to attract and support a variety of species. The catalogue includes color photos of each species, making it easier for readers to identify and choose the plants that are most suitable for their garden. In addition to its practical guidance, Gardening for Wildlife is filled with inspiration and anecdotes. Thomas shares stories of his own experiences in creating wildlife-friendly gardens and the joy and satisfaction that comes from witnessing the wildlife thrive in your own backyard. He encourages readers to embrace the beauty of nature and to create gardens that not only benefit themselves but also contribute to the conservation of our natural world. Overall, Gardening for Wildlife is an essential companion for anyone who loves wildlife and wants to create a garden that is both beautiful and sustainable. Whether you are a novice gardener or an experienced landscaper, this book will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to create a haven for wildlife in your own backyard. So why wait? Start planting the seeds of a wildlife-friendly garden today and enjoy the rewards of watching your garden come to life with the presence of a diverse range of species.

\n Weight: 1402g\n
Dimension: 289 x 222 x 27 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781472991768\n \n