Wednesday Mar 12, 2025

Jennifer McGuinness - Bird-Friendly Gardening

How about celebrating National Plant a Flower Day (March 12) by Planting a Flower that feeds a Bird? On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" and "Garden Gossip" podcasts, Jennifer McGuinness discusses her latest book, "Bird-Friendly Gardening: Guidance and Projects for Supporting Birds in Your Landscape" (2014). Out now through Cool Springs Press, it's the ultimate and authoritative guide for cultivating a home landscape that embraces wildlife, specifically catering to a diverse array of native plants that nourish, shelter, and sustain birds.

Every individual has the power to significantly impact the lives of thousands of birds, whether they're passing through during migration or establishing a feathered haven for the next generation. Creating a bird-friendly haven for various species need not be an overwhelming task. The key lies in understanding the requirements of our avian companions and recognizing how native plants, coupled with intentional garden design, can fulfill those needs. In "Bird-Friendly Gardening," Jennifer McGuinness expertly presents this knowledge in an easy-to-follow, actionable format. More: https://frauzinnie.blogspot.com/ 

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