Climate Change Gardening for the South

Planet-Friendly Solutions for Thriving Gardens

By Barbara J. Sullivan | Publisher: The University of North Carolina Press

About the book

Gardeners across the nation are seeing clear signs of trouble in their home gardens, no matter the size—like many aspects of life on our warming planet, gardening practices need updates. In the Southeast, gardeners are under pressure to deal with increasing weather extremes, shifting hardiness zones, and seasonal unpredictability. Such environmental conditions are increasingly tough on plants as well as insects, pollinators, birds, and mammals.

In this lively and heartening guide, Barbara J. Sullivan offers an essential, easy-to-use resource for adapting to the new realities of climate change. This book will empower southerners to grow beautiful gardens while using gardening practices that contribute to solutions for our shared environment.


  • Surveys the science behind climate change and gardening

  • Covers USDA hardiness zones 5a to 9b, which include thirteen southeastern states

  • Gives advice on planning and installing gardens that will not only thrive but also help address critical environmental challenges

  • Covers key topics ranging from designing a climate-friendly garden that will attract songbirds and pollinators to weaning off gas-powered tools to using water wisely

  • Features a wealth of color illustrations, charts, and tables brimming with recommended native plants for the region

Editions of Climate Change Gardening for the South

Paperback
ISBN 9781469669670
EBook
ISBN 9781469669687
PDF
ISBN 9798890861504

Read an Excerpt

Gardeners across the nation are seeing clear signs of trouble in their home gardens, no matter the size—like many aspects of life on our warming planet, gardening practices need updates. In the Southeast, gardeners are under pressure to deal with increasing weather extremes, shifting hardiness zones, and seasonal unpredictability. Such environmental conditions are increasingly tough on plants as well as insects, pollinators, birds, and mammals.

In this lively and heartening guide, Barbara J. Sullivan offers an essential, easy-to-use resource for adapting to the new realities of climate change. This book will empower southerners to grow beautiful gardens while using gardening practices that contribute to solutions for our shared environment.


  • Surveys the science behind climate change and gardening

  • Covers USDA hardiness zones 5a to 9b, which include thirteen southeastern states

  • Gives advice on planning and installing gardens that will not only thrive but also help address critical environmental challenges

  • Covers key topics ranging from designing a climate-friendly garden that will attract songbirds and pollinators to weaning off gas-powered tools to using water wisely

  • Features a wealth of color illustrations, charts, and tables brimming with recommended native plants for the region

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Climate Change Gardening for the South about?

Gardeners across the nation are seeing clear signs of trouble in their home gardens, no matter the size—like many aspects of life on our warming planet, gardening practices need updates. In the Southeast, gardeners are under pressure to deal with increasing weather extremes, shifting hardiness zones, and seasonal unpredictability. Such environmental conditions are increasingly tough on plants as well as insects, pollinators, birds, and mammals.

In this lively and heartening guide, Barbara J. Sullivan offers an essential, easy-to-use resource for adapting to the new realities of climate change. This book will empower southerners to grow beautiful gardens while using gardening practices that contribute to solutions for our shared environment.


  • Surveys the science behind climate change and gardening

  • Covers USDA hardiness zones 5a to 9b, which include thirteen southeastern states

  • Gives advice on planning and installing gardens that will not only thrive but also help address critical environmental challenges

  • Covers key topics ranging from designing a climate-friendly garden that will attract songbirds and pollinators to weaning off gas-powered tools to using water wisely

  • Features a wealth of color illustrations, charts, and tables brimming with recommended native plants for the region

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Climate Change Gardening for the South?

Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Gardening

Where can I read a sample of Climate Change Gardening for the South?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781469669670

How long is Climate Change Gardening for the South and how many pages does it have?

Climate Change Gardening for the South has 232 page(s)

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Climate Change Gardening for the South?

Barbara J. Sullivan

Who is the Publisher of the book Climate Change Gardening for the South?

The University of North Carolina Press

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Climate Change Gardening for the South is available as paperback(ISBN 9781469669670) and ebook(ISBN 9781469669687) and pdf(ISBN 9798890861504)

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