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Provide a Healthy Habitat to Help Pollinators Thrive
November 15, 2016
Four experts from the Xerces Society--a nonprofit with the mission of invertebrate conservation--offer their all-star lineup of plants beneficial to pollinators. The 100 are divided into five groups: native wildflowers, native woody plants, introduced woody, introduced herbs and ornamentals, and native and nonnative bee pasture plants. Readers will learn about the requirements of each plant, growing zones, bloom time, the kinds of pollinators attracted, and usually some idea as to the honey yield and sugar content of its nectar. Geographical coverage is well balanced across all of the continental United States and Canada. Eric Lee-Mader's introduction puts the book on firm footing with his mention of key historical insect preservationists and his review of the basic science of pollination. The catchy design reflects Storey's credo of "practicality": large, full-color primary images, minimal text, and purposeful graphics provide just enough information to get readers interested. VERDICT The authors' challenge of choosing just 100 plants is well met, though some readers will undoubtedly lament the absence of their own favorites. Gardeners concerned about their pollinator friends will be enthused, as will beginner apiarists.--Robert Eagan, Windsor P.L., Ont.
Copyright 2016 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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