Bringing Nature Home: How You Can Sustain Wildlife with Native Plants -Gardening
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Literary Movement
- Naturalism
- ISBN
- 9780881929928
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Timber Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0881929921
ISBN-13
9780881929928
eBay Product ID (ePID)
70479851
Product Key Features
Edition
2
Book Title
Bringing Nature Home : How You Can Sustain Wildlife with Native Plants, Updated and Expanded
Number of Pages
360 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Life Sciences / Ecology, Plants / General, Regional / General, Landscape, General
Publication Year
2009
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature, Science, Gardening
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
24.5 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2008-050115
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
This book is not a rant on nature gardening, nor is it a typical garden design book, or a stuffy academic textbook. The author might be a professor ... but he has written a book which is readable, scientific, fascinating, and highly digestible., We all know where resistance to natives, reliance on pesticides, and the cult of the lawn still reign supreme: suburban America. And suburban America is where Doug Tallamy aims the passionate arguments for natives and their accompanying wildlife., This book will not only foster a love of the outdoors in all who read it, but also create a deeper understanding and appreciation of the intricate web of wildlife outside your door., "We all know where resistance to natives, reliance on pesticides, and the cult of the lawn still reign supreme: suburban America. And suburban America is where Doug Tallamy aims the passionate arguments for natives and their accompanying wildlife." , "A fascinating study of the trees, shrubs, and vines that feed the insects, birds, and other animals in the suburban garden." -- The New York Times "Provides the rationale behind the use of native plants, a concept that has rapidly been gaining momentum. . . . The text makes a case for native plants and animals in a compelling and complete fashion." -- The Washington Post "This is the 'it' book in certain gardening circles. It's really struck a nerve." -- Philadelphia Inquirer "Reading this book will give you a new appreciation of the natural world--and how much wild creatures need gardens that mimic the disappearing wild." -- The Minneapolis Star Tribune "A compelling argument for the use of native plants in gardens and landscapes." -- Landscape Architecture "An essential guide for anyone interested in increasing biodiversity in the garden." -- American Gardener "I want to mention how excited I am about reading Bringing Nature Home . . . . I like the writing--enthusiastic and down-to-earth, as it should be." -- Garden Rant "An informative and engaging account of the ecological interactions between plants and wildlife, this fascinating handbook explains why exotic plants can hinder and confuse native creatures, from birds and bees to larger fauna." -- Seattle Post-Intelligencer "Tallamy explains eloquently how native plant species depend on native wildlife." -- San Luis Obispo Tribune "Will persuade all of us to take a look at what is in our own yards with an eye to how we, too, can make a difference. It has already changed me." -- Traverse City Record-Eagle "Delivers an important message for all gardeners: Choosing native plants fortifies birds and other wildlife and protects them from extinction." -- WildBird Magazine "There's an increasing interest among homeowners and others to include more native species in their landscape, thanks to books like Bringing Nature Home , by Doug Tallamy, which extol the virtues of native plants over exotic ornamentals for attracting and sustaining beneficial insects." -- Andover Townsman, This book not only shows how important native plants are but also how easy they can be to incorporate into a landscape plan., Tallamy illustrates well how gardeners have contributed greatly to tipping the environment off balance and how they are equally able to turn the trend e Plants and insects are integrally intertwined. Understanding the beauty of these relationships deepens our appreciation of our gardens and the important role we play., Buy, borrow, or steal this book! It is essential reading with ideas that need to become part of our understanding of how life works on this planet., A fascinating study of the trees, shrubs, and vines that feed the insects, birds, and other animals in the suburban garden., In an area that is as open and wooded as ours, we may not be aware that there is more to the need for natives than concern about invasive species that upset an ecosystem. According to Tallamy, a balanced ecosystem needs more insects. It is when the balance of the system is disrupted that problems arise., Tallamy makes such a compelling case for the importance of insects to birds that Ie(tm)ve completely changed the way I garden. From now on, insect attractors are my first choices., Doug Tallamy's book is a gift. It's not the kind of gift wrapped with a pink ribbon and a tiny rose tucked into the bow. It's the kind of gift that shakes you to your core and sets you on the path of healing. Your garden. Your planet. One plant at a time. Open it., Tallamy makes such a compelling case for the importance of insects to birds that I ve completely changed the way I garden. From now on, insect attractors are my first choices., Tallamy's book is a call to arms. There is not much ordinary citizens can do to create large new preserves. But we can make better use of the small green spaces we have around our houses. While the situation in the United States is quite serious, Tallamy offers options that anyone with a garden, even a postage-stamp-sized one like mine, can do to help., This book aims to motivate parents and caregivers who are concerned about childrens' lack of connection to the outdoors., Tallamy illustrates well how gardeners have contributed greatly to tipping the environment off balance and how they are equally able to turn the trend Plants and insects are integrally intertwined. Understanding the beauty of these relationships deepens our appreciation of our gardens and the important role we play., You can look at this book as a manifesto explaining why we should favor native plants, but it "s much more than that. It "s a plan to sustain the endangered biodiversity and even more, it "s a plan to transform suburbia from an environmental liability to an environmental asset., Bringing Nature Home opens our eyes to an environmental problem of staggering proportions. Fortunately, it also shows us how we can help., "A fascinating study of the trees, shrubs, and vines that feed the insects, birds, and other animals in the suburban garden." -- The New York Times "Provides the rationale behind the use of native plants, a concept that has rapidly been gaining momentum. . . . The text makes a case for native plants and animals in a compelling and complete fashion." -- The Washington Post "This is the 'it' book in certain gardening circles. It's really struck a nerve." -- Philadelphia Inquirer "Reading this book will give you a new appreciation of the natural world--and how much wild creatures need gardens that mimic the disappearing wild." -- The Minneapolis Star Tribune "A compelling argument for the use of native plants in gardens and landscapes." -- Landscape Architecture "An essential guide for anyone interested in increasing biodiversity in the garden." -- American Gardener "I want to mention how excited I am about reading Bringing Nature Home . . . . I like the writing--enthusiastic and down-to-earth, as it should be." -- Garden Rant "An informative and engaging account of the ecological interactions between plants and wildlife, this fascinating handbook explains why exotic plants can hinder and confuse native creatures, from birds and bees to larger fauna." -- Seattle Post-Intelligencer "Tallamy explains eloquently how native plant species depend on native wildlife." -- San Luis Obispo Tribune "Will persuade all of us to take a look at what is in our own yards with an eye to how we, too, can make a difference. It has already changed me." -- Traverse City Record-Eagle "Delivers an important message for all gardeners: Choosing native plants fortifies birds and other wildlife and protects them from extinction." -- WildBird Magazine "There's an increasing interest among homeowners and others to include more native species in their landscape, thanks to books like Bringing Nature Home , by Doug Tallamy, which extol the virtues of native plants over exotic ornamentals for attracting and sustaining beneficial insects." -- Andover Townsman "Doug Tallamy weaves an interesting story of how exotic invasive plants affect birds and other components of a healthy forests. It's a compelling and important story to understand." -- The Bradford Era, "The book evolved out of a set of principles. So the message is loud and clear: gardeners could slow the rate of extinction by planting natives in their yards. This simple revelation about the food webe"and it is an intricate web, not a chaine"is the driving force in Bringing Nature Home .", He combines the passion which many of us have, with the science, and thate(tm)s a winning combination., This book is not a rant on nature gardening, nor is it a typical garden design book, or a stuffy academic textbook. The author might be a professor e but he has written a book which is readable, scientific, fascinating, and highly digestible., Tallamy illustrates well how gardeners have contributed greatly to tipping the environment off balance and how they are equally able to turn the trend ... Plants and insects are integrally intertwined. Understanding the beauty of these relationships deepens our appreciation of our gardens and the important role we play., You can look at this book as a manifesto explaining why we should favor native plants, but ite(tm)s much more than that. Ite(tm)s a plan to sustain the endangered biodiversity and even more, ite(tm)s a plan to transform suburbia from an environmental liability to an environmental asset., An informative and engaging account of the ecological interactions between plants and wildlife, this fascinating handbook explains why exotic plants can hinder and confuse native creatures, from birds and bees to larger fauna., Tallamy illustrates well how gardeners have contributed greatly to tipping the environment off balance and how they are equally able to turn the trend … Plants and insects are integrally intertwined. Understanding the beauty of these relationships deepens our appreciation of our gardens and the important role we play., This book is not a rant on nature gardening, nor is it a typical garden design book, or a stuffy academic textbook. The author might be a professor … but he has written a book which is readable, scientific, fascinating, and highly digestible., Tallamy's book is a call to arms. There is not much ordinary citizens can do to create large new preserves. But we can make better use of the small green spaces we have around our houses. While the situation in the United States is quite serious, Tallamy offers options that anyone with a garden, even a postage-stamp-sized one like mine, can do to help., You can look at this book as a manifesto explaining why we should favor native plants, but it's much more than that. It's a plan to sustain the endangered biodiversity and even more, it's a plan to transform suburbia from an environmental liability to an environmental asset., In an area that is as open and wooded as ours, we may not be aware that there is more to the need for natives than concern about invasive species that upset an ecosystem. According to Tallamy, a balanced ecosystem needs more insects. It is when the balance of the system is disrupted that problems arise., You can look at this book as a manifesto explaining why we should favor native plants, but it s much more than that. It s a plan to sustain the endangered biodiversity and even more, it s a plan to transform suburbia from an environmental liability to an environmental asset., The book evolved out of a set of principles. So the message is loud and clear: gardeners could slow the rate of extinction by planting natives in their yards. This simple revelation about the food web-and it is an intricate web, not a chain-is the driving force in Bringing Nature Home ., "An informative and engaging account of the ecological interactions between plants and wildlife, this fascinating handbook explains why exotic plants can hinder and confuse native creatures, from birds and bees to larger fauna." , This book is not a rant on nature gardening, nor is it a typical garden design book, or a stuffy academic textbook. The author might be a professor but he has written a book which is readable, scientific, fascinating, and highly digestible., Tallamy makes such a compelling case for the importance of insects to birds that I've completely changed the way I garden. From now on, insect attractors are my first choices., The book evolved out of a set of principles. So the message is loud and clear: gardeners could slow the rate of extinction by planting natives in their yards. This simple revelation about the food web--and it is an intricate web, not a chain--is the driving force in Bringing Nature Home .
Dewey Decimal
639.92091733
Table Of Content
Table of Contents Foreword by Rick Darke Preface 1. Restoring Natives to Suburbia: A Call to Action 2. The Vital New Role of the Suburban Garden 3. No Place to Hide 4. Who Cares about Biodiversity? 5. Why Can't Insects Eat Alien Plants? 6. What Is Native and What Is Not? 7. The Costs of Using Alien Ornamentals 8. Creating Balanced Communities 9. Gardening for Insect Diversity 10. Blending In with the Neighbors 11. Making It Happen 12. What Should I Plant? 13. What Does Bird Food Look Like? 14. Answers to Tough Questions Afterword: The Last Refuge Appendix 1: Native Plants with Wildlife Value and Desirable Landscaping Attributes by Region Appendix 2: Host Plants of Butterflies and Showy Moths Appendix 3: Experimental Evidence
Edition Description
Expanded,Enlarged edition,Revised edition
Synopsis
This "miracle" of a guide book shows readers how to maintain harmony within their environment (Margaret Renkl, The Washington Post ). In his groundbreaking book Bringing Nature Home , Douglas W. Tallamy reveals the unbreakable link between native plant species and native wildlife--native insects cannot, or will not, eat alien plants. When native plants disappear, the insects disappear, impoverishing the food source for birds and other animals. As development and habitat destruction accelerate, there are increasing pressures on wildlife populations. Luckily, there is an important and simple step we can all take to help reverse this alarming trend: everyone with access to a patch of earth can make a significant contribution toward sustaining biodiversity by simply choosing native plants. By acting on Douglas Tallamy's practical and achievable recommendations, we can all make a difference., Now with expanded content and plant lists for regional habitats, Bringing Nature Home offer the insight needed for home gardeners to become backyard ecologists., "A fascinating study of the trees, shrubs, and vines that feed the insects, birds, and other animals in the suburban garden." -- The New York Times As development and habitat destruction accelerate, there are increasing pressures on wildlife populations. In Bringing Nature Home , Douglas W. Tallamy reveals the unbreakable link between native plant species and native wildlife--native insects cannot, or will not, eat alien plants. When native plants disappear, the insects disappear, impoverishing the food source for birds and other animals. But there is an important and simple step we can all take to help reverse this alarming trend: everyone with access to a patch of earth can make a significant contribution toward sustaining biodiversity by simply choosing native plants. By acting on Douglas Tallamy's practical and achievable recommendations, we can all make a difference.
LC Classification Number
SB439.T275 2009
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- a***a (7)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseVery responsive communication and shipped quickly. Book is in nearly new condition. Wrapped very nicely and wrote a lovely note too. I love the book and love Tallamy's message. Thank you!!Reply from: fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.So happy to hear you love the book. Thanks again.
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- r***e (134)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseExcellent communications and thanks for your flexibility with my order -- I hope to purchase another book again shortly!Reply from: fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.thanks so much! I really hope you enjoy the vintage copy. I absolutely loved this book growing up...and the Gene Wilder movie was the best! Thanks again.
- a***a (7)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseVery responsive communication and shipped quickly. Book is in nearly new condition. Wrapped very nicely and wrote a lovely note too. I love the book and love Tallamy's message. Thank you!!Reply from: fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.So happy to hear you love the book. Thanks again.
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- a***a (7)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseVery responsive communication and shipped quickly. Book is in nearly new condition. Wrapped very nicely and wrote a lovely note too. I love the book and love Tallamy's message. Thank you!!Reply from: fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.So happy to hear you love the book. Thanks again.
- 1***e (69)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseFast shipping good packaging
- r***e (134)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseExcellent communications and thanks for your flexibility with my order -- I hope to purchase another book again shortly!Reply from: fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.thanks so much! I really hope you enjoy the vintage copy. I absolutely loved this book growing up...and the Gene Wilder movie was the best! Thanks again.
- a***a (7)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseVery responsive communication and shipped quickly. Book is in nearly new condition. Wrapped very nicely and wrote a lovely note too. I love the book and love Tallamy's message. Thank you!!Reply from: fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.- Feedback replied by seller fast-and-friendly-books-and-more2017.So happy to hear you love the book. Thanks again.