Tiny and Wild

Picture a patch of wildflowers that needs little mowing, watering, or fuss, yet still supports the wildlife around it. This guide shows how to grow one in a modest space, even a single corner of a backyard. Many people imagine meadows as sweeping prairies covering acres, but a meadow can be small and still help the planet, as long as the plants are chosen with care. The book encourages readers to let their wilder instincts guide them as they plant a compact, low-upkeep meadow full of life. Small wild plantings offer many benefits. They can ease the effects of climate change, nurture biodiversity, capture carbon, and bring a sense of calm. A few square feet is enough to create a natural-looking planting that welcomes a variety of plants, pollinators, and other creatures. Landscape designer Graham Laird Gardner draws on the inspiration of natural landscapes to show readers how to select a site, design the planting, install the plants, and care for the meadow, wherever they live.