InΒ Dry Climate Gardening, author and desert horticulturist Noelle Johnson, delivers all the know-how you need to grow a breathtaking, colorful, and vibrant garden in low-water conditions.
Gardening in an arid climate doesnβt have to mean a yard full of rocks with a few cacti plunked in. WithΒ careful plant selection and thoughtful design, you canΒ create a low-water landscapeΒ thatβs an oasis for humans and wildlife alike. There are hundreds ofΒ plants well-suited to xeric conditions, and with the proper care, theyΒ create a living desert landscapeΒ that will stop passersby in their tracks. LetΒ Dry Climate GardeningΒ be your guide toΒ crafting a climate-appropriate outdoor living spaceΒ thatβs the envy of the neighborhood, whether you live in the American Southwest, the Mediterranean region, or any other arid climate.
Inside youβll find:
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- The best arid-adapted plants to feature in your landscape
- Information on which plants struggle in dry climates and how to avoid them
- The five βdesert seasonsβ and which are best for planting
- How to handle desert soils
- Plant care techniques specific to dry climates, including pruning, fertilizing, and moreΒ
- How to design a planting for maximum impact and minimal water needs
- Plant profilesΒ and charts for every category, from trees and shrubs to groundcovers, vines, succulents,Β and perennials
- Sample garden designs and plant lists you can adapt to your own spaceΒ
With water restrictions and the number ofΒ
gardeners dealing with drought conditionsΒ on the rise, we all need to get more creative in the way we grow.Β
Water-wise landscaping is a mustΒ for millions of gardeners. InΒ
Dry Climate Gardening, youβll learn how to do it with care and style.
