From acclaimed international 'Artomologist' and insect expert Jane Davenport, comes The Garden Guardians - A fantastic book that helps you identify, look after and attract your very own Garden Guardians (otherwise known as beneficial insects).  Remember....You're not the only one hard at work in your backyard!

The Garden Guardians is over 130 pages of detailed information on beneficial insects and other wildlife.  It contains more than 300 colour images of these fascinating creatures to help gardeners identify them. But don't worry, its no boring textbook!  Its written in a very easy to understand format and is perfect for people of all ages and skill levels.

Section One introduces the Garden Guardians and showcases over 20 different groups of insects.  Included are ladybirds (of course), spiders, hoverflies, lacewings, predatory beetles and many many more.

Section Two provides useful tips on how to look after the Garden Guardians and how to attract more into your garden. 

Section Three gives you ideas on how to control pest problems using organic methods and our lovely Garden Guardians.

Section Four is the Bugliography!  Its the quick reference section which puts the insects into their scientific classifications and provides details on some very nasty pests.  It also lets you know where you can buy beneficial insects and where to go if you're after more information on insects and organic gardening.

Section Five highlights recommended gardening products which don't harm beneficial insects and are safe for use in organic gardening.

The book is softcover and measures 17.5cm x 20cm.

We hope you enjoy meeting the Garden Guardians!


For more information on Jane's work see www.janedavenport.com