* Make some garden friends - an array of plants,
animals, insects, birds and other wildlife that will
help you maintain a happy, healthy outdoor space. *
Practical advice on which garden friends to encourage -
from slug-munching toads to aphid-repelling marigolds -
and the small changes needed to your garden to keep them
there. * Whether you want to experiment with companion
planting, pest control or simply need some plants to do
the work for you, gardening in harmony with nature has
never been easier. Get the best out of your outside
space by calling on your garden 'friends'. Introducing
helpful wildlife into your garden will help to control
pests, maintain a natural chemical-free balance and
encourage your garden to bloom, whether you have a large
garden, an allotment or a simple window box. Some plants
are great 'friends' and are endlessly useful - sweetpeas
are good for regenerating tired soil, for example, while
marigolds repel pesky greenfly away from your prized
cabbages. Birds and other animals such as hedgehogs,
bats and frogs are also renowned pest-munchers, while
bees, butterflies and other insects will happily
pollinate your flowers, fruit and vegetables.
Encouraging just a few of these 'friends' into your
garden will soon ensure your prized plants are blooming.
This practical guide describes all of the wonderful
wildlife that is helpful to have in your garden and how
to spot them. Packed with hints and tips on how to
encourage the critters into your space and make sure
they stick around, this guide is a must-have for any
gardener.
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