I loved Mini Meadows! It is a short book that explains the importance of meadows, no matter how small. Meadows support bees and butterflies, and prevent soil erosion. The author explains how to create a meadow almost anywhere, with virtually no maintenance once established.

There is also a section with flower suggestions for each region of the country. Mini Meadows has gorgeous pictures and easy directions.

Beautiful photos and great information that even a beginner gardener can follow to create their own mini meadow. I've been looking for a way to make my own small property lower maintenance and I think this is the perfect solution. I've wanted a more natural landscape since my area is very hot and dry in the summers; keeping grass alive is a battle. I actually made a half-hearted attempt last year with wildflower seed, but now I see I went about it all wrong. I can't wait to turn my "hellstrip" and the hilly portion of my yard into lovely patches of wildflowers!

Thank you to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this beautiful book! All comments are my own, unbiased opinion.

Meadows are a great alternative to lawns and can provide beauty nearly all year long in some climates. This book is a great guide to getting started with a mini-meadow, one you can easily manage in your first attempt. Several examples are shown, including one in a planter box. The book is lavishly illustrated with lots of pops of color (almost echoing what you'd see in a meadow!) The instructions for starting a meadow are designed for the beginner--not too much detail, and just enough information to help you be successful. As someone who's gardened for over 50 years, I got a lot of inspiration from the photos and learned a couple new things, too (such as mixing the seeds with sand for more even distribution!) I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants an easy-care yard that requires little experience or maintenance.