Under each category, each one is listed alphabetically and a photo for each one, which is marvelous. "100 Plants to Feed the Birds" does not disappoint! If you need suggestions for trees, shrubs, grasses, herbaceous plants, vines, cactus and yuccas, and even lichen and Spanish moss for birds this is the book! Every book offers a dynamic format that draws in even the most leary who think they might not be able to make a dent in the much-needed habitat creation for wildlife. You can't go wrong with the format that Storrey Publishing has created for their 100 series. This is a wonderful reference for anyone looking to plant native species in their yard to attract, not only birds, but the insects, bees, and butterflies that are attracted to them as well and I highly recommend purchasing it when it's released on.
Under each particular section, each plant was listed in alphabetical order to make finding them easier.Īs a beginner in trying to attract birds to my large yard in a state that's new to me, I read through each entry, looking in particular for plants and trees that would work for my particular location, I felt comfortable knowing what I was and wasn't looking for and why I would plant it in my yard. Each entry includes information about that particular item, what birds are attracted to them and for what reason, species that should and should not be planted and why as well as the map of the United States where the entry would be native and the best growing conditions. Plant photographs and range maps provide needed visual guidance to selecting the right plants for any location in North America.ġ00 Plants to Feed the Birds is a factually written books with the top 100 native trees, herbaceous plants, shrubs, grasses, vines, and plants that grown on trees for the entire United States.
Introductory text explains how to create a healthy year-round landscape for birds.
Others, including 29 tree species, may already be present in the landscape and readers will learn how these plants support the birds who feed and nest in them. Readers will learn about plants they can add to their gardens and cultivate, such as early-season pussy willow and late-season asters, as well as wild plants to refrain from weeding out, like jewelweed and goldenrod. The growing group of bird enthusiasts who enjoy feeding and watching their feathered friends will learn how they can expand their activity and help address the pressing issue of habitat loss with 100 Plants to Feed the Birds. In-depth profiles offer planting and care guidance for 100 native plant species that provide food and shelter for birds throughout the year, from winter all the way through breeding and migrating periods.
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