The Desert Garden: You Can Be Water-Wise and Still Create a Lush, Colorful, Native Plant Oasis: You Can Be Water-Wise and Still Create a - Paperback

by Dian Eaton (Author)

In THE DESERT GARDEN: You Can be Water-Wise and Still Create a Lush, Colorful, Native Plant Oasis - even if you've struggled with drought conditions for years!

Gardening in dry climates can be daunting, but it's entirely possible to transform your barren space into a vibrant, eco-friendly oasis that thrives despite limited water resources.

Whether you're a novice gardener or an experienced horticulturist, THE DESERT GARDEN is designed specifically to guide you on an inspiring journey toward creating a sustainable, drought-tolerant garden.

Here's just a taste of what you'll discover inside:

• Breath-taking photography and descriptions of drought-resistant plants, roses, trees, shrubs, cacti and succulents that will flourish with minimal water.
• How to make your garden water-efficient without sacrificing beauty.
• A step-by-step guide to composting successfully in a dry climate.
• How to attract bees and butterflies using native plants.
• Innovative irrigation techniques that will save you time and effort.
• Methods to amend sandy soil, making it a thriving plant habitat.
• How to create a wildlife-friendly garden with minimal water use.
• Starting and maintaining a vibrant rock garden.
• Ideal ground cover plants for dry, sunny spots.
• Choosing the right mulch for a drought-tolerant garden.
• Sustainable alternatives to a lush lawn in a dry climate.
• Avoiding common watering mistakes and effective, sustainable watering practices.

...and much more!