Tiny and Wild

Name: Tiny and Wild
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780760376232
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Build a Small-Scale Meadow Anywhere

By Graham Laird Gardner

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Summary

Tiny & Wild by Graham Laird Gardner explores how even the smallest patches of land can be transformed into vibrant miniature wildflower meadows. This practical guide shows readers how to select the right plants and create naturalistic, low-maintenance meadows that support biodiversity, mitigate climate change, and enhance garden beauty. With advice on site selection, planting methods, and care, the book reveals perfect mini meadow spaces from city yards to containers, making wild planting accessible and impactful for any gardener.
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Ideal for environmentally minded gardeners, urban dwellers with limited space, and anyone interested in natural landscape design and biodiversity. It suits beginners and experienced gardeners who want practical strategies to create small-scale wildflower meadows that contribute to ecological health and garden aesthetics.

Go low-maintenance and no-mow while supporting nature and biodiversity by planting a mini wildflower meadow with guidance from Tiny & Wild.

Description

The word "meadow" might conjure an image of a broad, expansive prairie covering acres of land, but it doesn't have to. Meadows don't have to be big to make a difference in the health of the planet. If you choose the right plants, even a small corner of the yard will do. In Tiny & Wild, you'll learn how to embrace your wild side and create a low-maintenance miniature wildflower meadow that's teeming with life.

The perks of creating a wild planting, even on a small scale, are many. Tiny but mighty meadows help mitigate climate change, foster biodiversity, sequester carbon, and calm the senses. With as little as a few square feet of space, you can create a beautiful, naturalistic planting that supports a diversity of plants, pollinators, and a plethora of other living things, not to mention its visual appeal to human eyes. Author and landscape designer Graham Laird Gardner helps you find inspiration in natural spaces so you can successfully site, design, plant, and care for your own small-scale meadow.

Whether you live in the city or in suburbia, perfect places for a mini meadow are everywhere:

A small corner of the yard
The pocket-sized area between the house and driveway
Along a property line
Flanking the front walk
Around your mailbox
Tucked next to the front stoop
At the centre of the vegetable garden
In a raised bed
Containers, deck boxes, and patio pots
In the sliver of land between the sidewalk and the street

The plant lists and charts in Tiny & Wild share the best plants to include in your micro prairie, and Graham offers plenty of practical advice on planting your meadow from seed, transplants, or mature plants, depending on your budget, the site, and your timeline. Plus, learn how to care for your wildflower planting, including tips for watering, plant care, and weed management.

Discover how small spaces can make a big difference in Tiny & Wild.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Esteemed experts praise this book for its thoughtful approach and practical advice. Roy Diblik highlights its invitation to connect emotionally with plant communities, finding beauty in the act of creating and nurturing mini meadows. Benjamin Vogt commends the blend of traditional and wild design principles, offering a practical yet environmentally conscious guide for landscapers of all scales. The clear, inspiring instructions and illustrations make it a valuable resource for those seeking sustainable gardening.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780760376232

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 March 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Cool Springs Press

Illustration: 200 color photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 531g

Pages: 176

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Graham Laird Gardner Home & Garden Non-Fiction

About the Author

Graham Laird Gardner has over 25 years of experience in landscape design and project management in public, private, and non-profit sectors. Beyond his residential design projects, he has worked with agencies such as the Denver Parks Department, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Rhode Island Natural History Survey, as well as many Cooperative Extension offices, Friends of parks groups, and native plant societies.

Graham's diverse experiences, in New England, Colorado, California, and Puerto Rico, have instilled and reinforced his passion to influence and guide the public on best management practices and the importance of creating a unique space inspired by nearby natural plant communities.
During his professional career, Graham has gained considerable practical experience in strategic and master planning, site analysis, regenerative landscape design, construction oversight, and landscape maintenance. As we move away from the thirsty lawns of the City Beautiful Movement designs of the early twentieth century toward a more ecological approach to green spaces, Graham is a leader in the new paradigm of high-functioning, water-smart, and low-maintenance landscapes.