"Increased awareness of the environment and an ever-present interest in curb appeal means that homeowners are eager for more sustainable, natural landscaping. And why shouldn't they be? In addition to supporting local flora and fauna, ditching grass for lush, native plants helps lower water bills and results in self-sustaining gardens long-term. In John Gidding's At Home with Nature, American homeowners will find thorough blueprints to reap these benefits and bring their dream garden to life. Complete with specific information for every U.S. bioregion, a glossary of native plants, illustrated yard renderings and photos, and detailed explanations of suburban codes, this book has examples and techniques to build responsible natural spaces. And as an HGTV star with over a decade of design experience, Gidding is the landscaping expert readers need to get the job done. At Home with Nature is the ultimate resource for creating beautiful and beneficial home gardens"-- Amazon.com.

Includes index.

Introduction -- Part I: Origins. The problem with grass -- The humanization of the environment -- Understanding suburban landscaping -- Understanding your environment -- Part II: Transforming your lawn. Basics of landscape design -- Basics of Sylvan design -- At home with nature -- Envisioning a sylvan landscape at maturity -- Bringing nature home -- "John the revelator" -- Appendix: North American plant vignettes.