My Favorite Recent Garden Reads
These were my favorite regenerative land and garden reads from the past year. Pick one or two or all to dive deeper!
Earth Keeper by Native American poet N. Scott Momaday sank right into my heart. This little treasure full of big storytelling draws us close into his cultural spiritual connection to the land and earth. You can start at the beginning or pick any page to read for contemplation and reflection.
Leaning Toward Light by Tess Taylor is a collection of worldly poems from a diverse group of poets opening us into to the creative practice of gardening and our relationship to nature’s gifts.
The Well-Gardened Mind by Sue Stuart-Smith reminds us of our connection to the natural world and the healing powers of gardening on our hearts, minds, spirits, and physical well being.
We Are the Ark by Mary Reynolds. This is a must read for anyone who is interested in knowing more about practical regenerative practices and restoring native ecosystems within your own gardens. It’s an educational and inspirational read full of whimsical illustrations explaining the urgency of ARK (Acts of Restorative Kindness).
Soil by Camille T. Dungy is a beautiful memoir reminding us of our connections to our roots, human justice, and community. At the same time her work asks us to deeply reconsider our relationship with nature and the soil in our own backyards as we take the leap into re-wilding our landscapes to save ourselves and our world. Loved every page!
River Notes by Wade Davis covers the history of the Colorado River, Native American’s sacred connection to their land, and man’s destructive attempt at taming nature. It’s a story about the American West and persistent drought keeping the future of millions of Americans and our environment hanging in balance.
A Bold Return to Giving A Damn by Will Harris. is a remarkable story about taking the leap into regenerative farming. If you’re interested in land regeneration, soil health, carbon sequestration, supporting family farming, and understanding the crucial role animals play in responsible land stewardship this is a must read!
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