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Author Lawson, Nancy, 1970- author.

Title The humane gardener : nurturing a backyard habitat for wildlife / Nancy Lawson.

Publisher New York : Princeton Architectural Press, ©2017.

ISBN 9781616895549 (alkaline paper)
1616895543 (alkaline paper)



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Edition First edition.
Description 223 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references.
Summary "In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces."-- Amazon.com.
Contents A new kind of dream home: plant native plants -- The beauty of letting go: let nature guide your garden -- Is your yard family-friendly? -- Safety zones: create sanctuary in a treacherous world -- A harvest for all: share the bounty through peaceful coexistence -- The gift that keeps on giving: encourage life in the decay.
Subject(S) Gardening to attract wildlife.
Garden ecology.
Added Title Nurturing a backyard habitat for wildlife
ISBN 9781616895549 (alkaline paper)
1616895543 (alkaline paper)