Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is a pollinator?
Meet the pollinators. Butterflies; Moths; Bees; Wasps; Hoverflies; Other flies; Beetles
Important pollinator habitats
Plants for pollinators
Plants behaving badly

"A friendly, accessible, information packed guide to gardening for and with pollinators. Pollinators are in trouble, but our gardens can help. Gardens represent a vast, varied ‘nature reserve’ packed with plants rich in nectar and pollen to sustain these delicate creatures. This book explores the role that pollinators play and how gardeners and people with gardens can do something to help attract and support them. From butterflies (and their caterpillars - with host plant information) to surprising pollinators (moths, wasps, beetles flies and hornets) and of course including honeybees, hoverflies and bumblebees, this book will offer an insight into their fragile existence, lifecycles and their vital role in the food chain and the natural cycle." -- inside front jacket flap