Dry Climate Gardening: Growing Beautiful, Sustainable Gardens in Low-Water Conditions

Gardening in an arid climate doesn't have to mean a yard full of rocks with a few cacti plunked in. With careful plant selection and thoughtful design, you can create a low-water landscape that's an oasis for humans and wildlife alike. There are hundreds of plants well-suited to xeric conditions, and with the proper care, they create a living desert landscape that will stop passersby in their tracks. Let Dry Climate Gardening be your guide to crafting a climate-appropriate outdoor living space that's the envy of the neighborhood, whether you live in the American Southwest, the Mediterranean region, or any other arid climate.

Inside you'll find:

• 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 "desert seasons" and which are best for planting
• How to handle desert soils
• Plant care techniques specific to dry climates, including pruning, fertilizing, and more
• How to design a planting for maximum impact and minimal water needs
• Plant profiles and charts for every category, from trees and shrubs to groundcovers, vines, succulents, and perennials
• Sample garden designs and plant lists you can adapt to your own space