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The Call of the Wild: Inviting Nature Home Through Sustainable Gardening
"The Call of the Inviting Nature Home Through Sustainable Gardening" is a comprehensive guide that intertwines the science, philosophy, and ethics of nature-based gardening. This book is not just about cultivating a garden, but about fostering a profound connection with the natural world and anchoring our actions in respect for the Earth's complex ecosystems.
Author Brian Carpenter explores the fundamentals of nature-based gardening principles, emphasizing the importance of mimicking natural ecosystems, fostering biodiversity, and promoting sustainability. The book delves into the intrinsic value of all species, challenging common stereotypes about "weeds" and "pests", and encourages a compassionate interaction with wildlife in the garden.
The book further guides you on how to integrate the wilderness ethic in your garden, select and cultivate native plants, and implement sustainable gardening practices. It provides insights on fostering biodiversity, nurturing sustainable ecosystems, and embracing the dynamic nature of a living landscape.
Particular attention is given to coexisting with wildlife, providing habitats, and promoting biodiversity. The final chapter celebrates the beauty and symbiosis of nature-based gardening, cultivating mindfulness and connection, and the emotional and psychological benefits of such practices.
"The Call of the Inviting Nature Home Through Sustainable Gardening" serves as a guiding light for those seeking to honor their connection with nature, acknowledge the inherent value of all life forms, and contribute positively to the health and wellbeing of our planet. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a beginner, this book will transform the way you view your garden and the natural world.
Author Brian Carpenter explores the fundamentals of nature-based gardening principles, emphasizing the importance of mimicking natural ecosystems, fostering biodiversity, and promoting sustainability. The book delves into the intrinsic value of all species, challenging common stereotypes about "weeds" and "pests", and encourages a compassionate interaction with wildlife in the garden.
The book further guides you on how to integrate the wilderness ethic in your garden, select and cultivate native plants, and implement sustainable gardening practices. It provides insights on fostering biodiversity, nurturing sustainable ecosystems, and embracing the dynamic nature of a living landscape.
Particular attention is given to coexisting with wildlife, providing habitats, and promoting biodiversity. The final chapter celebrates the beauty and symbiosis of nature-based gardening, cultivating mindfulness and connection, and the emotional and psychological benefits of such practices.
"The Call of the Inviting Nature Home Through Sustainable Gardening" serves as a guiding light for those seeking to honor their connection with nature, acknowledge the inherent value of all life forms, and contribute positively to the health and wellbeing of our planet. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a beginner, this book will transform the way you view your garden and the natural world.
192 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 21, 2023
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