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This is an excellent book that will have you seeing your garden in a new light. Tallamy explains the responsibility gardeners have in their choice of plants and points out the benefits of making thoughtful selections. His fundamental point is that if you want wildlife, particularly birds, you must provide homes for the insects birds eat. His book has become my "Bible" when it comes to planting. There are so many wonderful native plants. Why choose one that will sit there and serve no function when you can have one that is just as attractive and will attract, shelter, or feed wildlife?
In this book Tallamy emphasizes the importance of suburban gardens to the intricate food web that supports the insects, birds, toads and all other animals native to our areas. I have never seen such a clear and compelling explanation of the food web. He poses questions and answers them is an accessible way, including his own experiences and adventures with the landscape. Though the future could be dark, Tallamy is optimistic and reminds us that biodiversity is a renewable resource. Tallamy is not only knowdegeable, he is a clear and engaging writer.
