Prairie Up

An Introduction to Natural Garden Design

Benjamin Vogt

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University of Illinois Press
24 January 2023

Grasslands, heaths, prairies, tundra; Garden design & planning; Specialised gardening methods; The Earth: natural history general

Connecting to nature with native plants Landscaping with native plants has encouraged gardeners from the Midwest and beyond to embark on a profound scientific, ecological, and emotional partnership with nature. Benjamin Vogt shares his expertise with prairie plants in a richly photographed guide aimed at gardeners and homeowners, making big ideas about design approachable and actionable. Step-by-step blueprints point readers to plant communities that not only support wildlife and please the eye but that rethink traditional planting and maintenance. Additionally, Vogt provides insider information on plant sourcing, garden tools, and working with city ordinances. This book will be an invaluable reference in sustainable garden design for those wanting both beautiful and functional landscapes.

Easy to use and illustrated with over 150 color photos, Prairie Up is a practical guide to artfully reviving diversity and wildness in our communities.

Received Honorable Mention from the AHS Book Awards (American Horticultural Society)

By: Benjamin Vogt
Imprint: University of Illinois Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 203mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 513g
ISBN: 9780252086779
ISBN 10: 0252086775
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 24 January 2023
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chapter 1. Bringing the Prairie Home Chapter 2. Learning about Native Plants and Plant Communities Chapter 3. Planning, Installing, and Managing the Garden Chapter 4. Designing the Garden Chapter 5. Resources A Candid Q&A Bibliography Index

Benjamin Vogt is the owner of Monarch Gardens LLC, a prairie-inspired design firm that creates natural landscapes for homeowners, businesses, and schools. He is the author of A New Garden Ethic: Cultivating Defiant Compassion for an Uncertain Future.

Reviews for Prairie Up: An Introduction to Natural Garden Design

""A complete toolkit for the gardener looking to create a prairie-inspired home landscape."" --Horticulture ""A wonderful book for the gardener interested in natural garden design, native plants, plant communities, ecoregions, plant sociability, and more."" --The Real Dirt, Garden Club of America ""Gives gardeners the tools they need to confidently 'prairie up' their landscape, whether its a garden bed or an entire yard. "" --My Northern Garden