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by Maureen Gilmer (Author), Fred Hoffman (Foreword by)
Master organic vegetable gardening in 4 different low-water conditions--including high and low desert, drought, and voluntary water conservation.
Features over 100 photos, maps, and diagrams--perfect for vegetable gardeners in California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and more!
- How to assess your site and climate modification
- Water-wise gardening methods: in-ground, container, and raised bed gardening
- Soil science, proper watering methods, and pest control
- How to choose drought-tolerant and desert-hardy vegetable seeds
- Recommended varieties by region, plus a seasonal crop guide
- Resource list, checklist, and glossary While this guide is geared towards those who live in high desert, low desert, mountains (short season), Pacific coast, and inland valley areas of the Western United States, gardeners anywhere in the world looking to save water can find useful guidance. As more communities suffer the effects of climate change, experienced desert gardener Maureen Gilmer's sage advice on dry gardening becomes more and more relevant.
Author Biography
MAUREEN GILMER has over thirty years' experience in landscape design and has written 18 books on gardening, including The Colorful Dry Garden. She has practiced in northern and southern California, at the peak of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Newport Beach for exposure to a wide range of climates. She currently resides in the high desert.
Number of Pages: 224
Dimensions: 0.79 x 8.5 x 7.17 IN
Publication Date: September 09, 2025
