A Flower Garden for Pollinators :Learn how to sustain and support nature with this practical planting guide
A Flower Garden for Pollinators :Learn how to sustain and support nature with this practical planting guide
hardback
Published:
25 April, 2024
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Description
'A wonderful journey through the magical world of plants.' - Frances Tophill
The perfect guide for any gardener looking for inspiration on how to create a pollinator-friendly garden all year round.
Pollinators are essential to life on Earth. Yet bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects are struggling due to climate change and habit loss. Fortunately, what we choose to plant in our gardens can help them to thrive. In this heartfelt guide, horticulturalist and Gardener's World presenter Rachel de Thame highlights plants we can grow that are rich in nectar and pollen, ensuring the garden is filled with beautiful flowers for us all to enjoy year-round.
Arranged by season and illustrated with exquisite hand-painted watercolours and glorious photography showcasing many of Rachel's favourite plants, this book provides a captivating look at how best to support nature. Whether you have a small urban courtyard or a large country garden, A Flower Garden for Pollinators will guide your choice of plants, attracting a host of pollinators to your own patch of paradise.
'...a timely guide for those of us who want to attract more pollinators into our gardens and green spaces... it's a wonderful book, beautifully illustrated...' - Plant Life
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781529422146 |
| ISBN10 | 1529422140 |
| Number Of Pages | 208 |
| Item Weight | 820 g |
| Product Dimensions | 248 x 196 x 24 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Quercus Publishing |
| Format | hardback |
Media Reviews
A wonderful journey through the magical world of plants. This is a joy to see - a collaboration between mother and daughter, who both bring their view of the world of flowers in their unique and gentle way. Really lovely read. -- Frances Tophill
...a timely guide for those of us who want to attract more pollinators into our gardens and green spaces... it's a wonderful book, beautifully illustrated... * Plant Life *
This is a handsome title, richly illustrated with photos and watercolours... -- Hilary White * Sunday Independent *
In her new book, A Flower Garden for Pollinators, Rachel de Thame argues that gardens don't need to be either wildlife friendly or beautiful - they can be both... The book is divided into seasons, highlighting some of her favourite plants... it is also packed with sumptuous photographs by Jonathan Buckley, and stunning illustrations by her daughter Lauren Lusk. -- Ciar Byrne * The Lady *
...this thorough work will show you how to include [a dedicated area for pollinators] in a beautiful, productive way, whatever the space. * The English Garden *
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Author's Bio
Rachel de Thame is a horticulturalist, broadcaster, designer and writer. Her passion for plants and gardening began in childhood and she prioritises the needs of wildlife. A familiar face on our screens since 1999, Rachel is perhaps best known for presenting on BBC2's flagship series Gardeners' World and is a long-term member of the BBC team covering the Chelsea Flower Show, as well as all the major RHS Flower Shows. Rachel is a regular columnist for The Sunday Times and The Garden magazine.