Discusses the founding fathers from the perspective of their horticultural and agricultural endeavors.

Describes methods for growing edible plants indoors, covering how to make the most of available light, instructions for growing specific plants, and productive and pleasing projects to brighten the home.

"Douglas W. Tallamy's first book, Bringing Nature Home, awakened thousands of readers to an urgent situation: wildlife populations are in decline because the native plants they depend on are fast disappearing. His solution? Plant more natives. In this new book, Tallamy takes the next step and outlines his vision for a grassroots approach to conservation. Nature's Best Hope shows how homeowners everywhere can turn their yards into conservation corridors...

A comprehensive guide to composting discusses what can be composted, how to balance a bin's contents for optimum decomposition, vermicomposting, and how and when to use compost in a garden.