New wild garden: natural-style planting and practicalities by ian hodgson hardcover is a brand new hardcover guide for anyone dreaming of gardens that feel truly wild yet are easy to care for. This book is ideal for parents planning kid-friendly, pollinator-friendly spaces, teachers designing school allotments, or devoted plant lovers building a thoughtful book collection. It speaks directly to today’s concerns about pollinators and habitat loss, offering practical, actionable ideas to weave wildflowers, real meadows, and looser prairie-style planting into both urban plots and cottage-garden spaces. What you’ll discover at its heart, this guide blends natural-style planting with the nuts-and-bolts of growing wildflowers. Readers will learn how to transform a garden or wild space into a living, breathing meadow that supports bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while maintaining beauty and structure. The book explains how to incorporate wildflowers, real meadows and looser prairie-style planting without sacrificing curb appeal or practicality. Expect thoughtful design principles, evocative visuals, and clear, actionable guidance that makes bold, meadow-inspired ideas accessible for everyday spaces. Key features 15 step-by-step projects that guide you from planning to planting to long-term maintenance essential plant list to help you choose species that thrive in naturalistic designs inspires gardeners, wildlife lovers, professional designers, and seed manufacturers to ...