Attracting Hummingbirds and Butterflies in Tropical Florida: A Companion for Gardeners
Roger L. Hammer
Paperback
(University Press of Florida, March 3, 2015)
âIn this tour de force work, Hammer âconnects the dotsâ among South Floridaâs birds, butterflies, and plants. It is a must read for every nature lover, whether birder, butterflier, or gardener, and it belongs on your closest bookshelf.ââDennis Olle, North American Butterfly Association âThis delightfully witty book will open your eyes to some of the worldâs most beautiful flowers.ââMarc C. Minno, coauthor of Florida Butterfly Gardening âWonderfully comprehensive. This book will get you started on your own butterfly or hummingbird garden even if youâve been gardening for years!ââRyan Fessenden, Florida Museum of Natural History âAccessible and informative. Hammer instructs home gardeners on the plants they can grow on their property to increase their own personal pleasure while providing a valuable oasis for the regionâs colorful hummingbirds and butterflies.ââRick Cech, coauthor of Butterflies of the East Coast In this authoritative and friendly guide, Roger Hammer shares more than thirty yearsâ experience tempting butterflies and hummingbirds into tropical Floridaâs gardens. From ground cover to large trees, from soil requirements to effective seeding and frost protection strategies, Hammer catalogues 200 of the best plants for luring these wondrous creatures into even the smallest of yards. He offers helpful tips for beginning and establishing a thriving refuge that is easy to maintain, and his selection of exotic plants are all safe for use in Florida.