Garden Allies

What if the creatures in your garden aren’t problems to solve—but partners to welcome?

In Garden Allies, Frédérique Lavoipierre reframes the way we see the birds, insects, mammals, and reptiles that share our yards. Far from being pests, these animals are essential allies—pollinating flowers and food crops, keeping insect populations in balance, and supporting a healthy, resilient garden ecosystem.

Through engaging, easy-to-understand portraits, the book explores the life cycles and roles of these garden inhabitants and explains how they quietly work together to keep gardens thriving. Alongside these insights, readers will find practical guidance on how to nurture and welcome beneficial wildlife, creating gardens that give more to the landscape than they take.

Beautiful pen-and-ink illustrations by Craig Latker bring these often-overlooked creatures to life, inviting readers to observe more closely and cultivate curiosity rather than control. The reward is not just a healthier garden, but a deeper connection to the living world just outside the door.

Perfect for: gardeners, native plant enthusiasts, pollinator advocates, beginners shifting away from chemicals, and anyone wanting a garden that hums with life.