Books
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Book Review: Nature’s Best Hope (and a Valuable Online Resource!)
Many urban gardeners feel their small acreage cannot make much of a difference for wildlife, but Dr. Douglas Tallamy would like to argue otherwise. Tallamy, an entomologist, focuses on planting and gardening that benefits pollinator insects. In his book Nature’s Best Hope, Tallamy makes the case that individual small efforts can combine together to make a “Homegrown National Park” that can support and benefit pollinators and the larger environment. Nature’s Best Hope is smooth and easy reading, despite the wealth of scientific information. An eco-conscious gardener will be fascinated by the knowledge inside. Tallamy makes suggestions that are specific and easy for most gardeners to implement. Recommendations from the Book…