Category: Book Review

Book Review: The Light Eaters by Zoë Schlanger

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Discover The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth by Zoë Schlanger – a groundbreaking exploration of plant intelligence that challenges long-held scientific biases. From plants responding to sound and touch to their surprising ability to communicate and cooperate, Schlanger’s research reveals the hidden complexity of plant life. This fascinating journey through the world of botany, ecology, and human curiosity reshapes how we view the natural world. Perfect for gardeners, nature enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the secrets plants hold. Continue reading "Book Review: The Light Eaters by Zoë Schlanger"

Book Review: Braiding Sweetgrass

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As a writer and scientist, upcoming Wild Ones national webinar speaker, Robin Wall Kimmerer, is interested in both the restoration of ecological communities and the restoration of our relationships to land. Kimmerer’s work is a call to rediscover our role as participants in the natural world. She articulates a compelling vision: “a renewed sense of the […] Continue reading "Book Review: Braiding Sweetgrass"

Book Review: “Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design” by Benjamin Vogt

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By Matthew Montoya Rush With a storied career in designing and writing about native and home landscapes, Benjamin Vogt’s newest book provides insight into the biodiversity of American prairies and sage advice on how to mimic these complex environments in urban and home gardens. Continue reading "Book Review: “Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design” by Benjamin Vogt"