The University of Arizona Maricopa County Cooperative Extension Home Horticulture:
Environmentally Responsible
Gardening & Landscaping in the Low Desert

References for
Attracting Wildlife to your Garden
in the Low Desert

Adams, G. (1994). Birdscaping Your Garden. Emmaus: Rodale Press, Inc.

    • Information is provided on how to turn your backyard into an inviting sanctuary where birds will come to nest, raise their families and seek shelter for the winter. A bird directory of 60 birds includes desert birds such as roadrunners and verdins. The directory lists habitat, migration and winter range, breeding range and behavior, nesting and feeding habits. Native plants that attract certain birds are identified with instructions on how to propagate and care for the plants. ISBN 0-87596-635-7.
    Engel-Wilson, C. (1992) Landscaping for Desert Wildlife. Phoenix: Arizona Game and Fish Department.
    • Overview of principles of landscaping to attract wildlife and listing of trees, shrubs, cacti & succulents, flowers, and grasses which attract animals.
    Hoffa, R. L. (1996) Coexisting with Urban Wildlife: A guide to Central Arizona Uplands. Prescott, AZ: Sharlot Hall Museum Press
    • A "Good Neighbor Guide", filled with practical information about the needs of wildlife along with methods for encouraging or discouraging animal visits and ways of avoiding or solving animal problems. This book will help you to identify, understand, and appreciate the animals of this area. ISBN 0-927579-07-3
    Yoder, S. (1999) Desert Hummingbird Gardens Paradise Valley, AZ: Real Estate Consulting and Education, Inc.
    • With chapters on hummingbird facts, hummingbird identification, feeders, landscaping guidelines, profiles of plants which attract hummingbirds, bloom charts and more, this book will help you discover that a desert landscaped garden can provide a nourishing home for hummingbirds and a vibrant garden for you. ISBN 0-9669060-3-9

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    Authors: Olin Miller, Master Gardener, Maricopa County & Lucy Bradley, Extension Agent Urban Horticulture
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