Grass Isn’t Greener: The Everyday Conservationist's Guide to Bringing Nature to Your Yard

Released in May 2025 by Timber Press | 240 pages

By Danae Wolfe

Recommended by Ray B. in Boston, MA:
“This book offers lots of great ideas about making your yard more nature- and bird-friendly, with some very practical tips, including how to reduce the monoculture of lawns, and how to choose the right native plants for your region.”

From the Publisher:

Built around easy-to-digest tips for improving sustainability, this fun, action-oriented guide will help everyone turn their home garden into an earth-friendly habitat. 

Rooted in twenty practical steps that anyone can take starting today, Grass Isn’t Greener demonstrates how small changes in your yard or garden can create lasting impact for the planet: from leaving your leaves to selecting eco-friendly holiday decorations; from eliminating light pollution to attracting wildlife; from saving seeds to devoting even a small patch of lawn to native plants. With easy-to-follow advice and real-life examples, conservation educator Danae Wolfe will help you appreciate the new life you’ve attracted to your yard. A companion for new homeowners, renters, and gardeners, Grass Isn't Greener is a resource for anyone looking for little ways to make a big difference—and to have fun doing it.