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Gardening In The Desert: A Guide To Plant Selection And Care,New
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Newcomers to the Southwest usually find that their favorite landscape plants aren't suited to the hot, dry climate. Many authors offer advice on adapting plants to the desert; now Mary Irish tells how gardeners can better adapt themselves to the challenge.Drawing on her experience with public horticulture in the Phoenix metropolitan area, Irish explores the vexations and delights of desert gardening. She offers practical advice on plants and gardening practices for anyone who lives in the Southwest, from El Paso to Palm Springs, Tucson to Las Vegas.Irish encourages readers who may be new to the desertor desert dwellers who may be new to gardeningto stop struggling against heat, aridity, and poor soils and instead learn to use and appreciate the wonderful and welladapted plants native to the desert. She shares information and anecdotes about trees, shrubs, perennials, agaves, cacti, and other plants that make gardening in the Southwest a unique experience, and provides further information about plants from other desert regions that will easily adapt to the Southwest. In addition to descriptions of plants, Irish also offers tips on planting, watering, pruning, and propagation.For anyone who has struggled to maintain a patch of green or blanched at their water bill after unproductive irrigation, the answer to an attractive landscape may be as close as the desert around you. And for anyone who has bought a catalog guide to desert plants and not known which to choose, this book can set you on the right path. Mary Irish shows how to take heart in available plants of adaptable beauty in a book to enjoy while waiting for the next planting cycle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Gardening in the Desert'? A: 'Gardening in the Desert' focuses on helping gardeners adapt to the unique challenges of gardening in arid climates, specifically in the Southwest. The author, Mary Irish, provides practical advice on plant selection and care tailored for hot, dry conditions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Gardening in the Desert' is Mary Irish, who has extensive experience in public horticulture within the Phoenix metropolitan area.
- Q: What type of plants does the book discuss? A: The book discusses various types of plants well-suited for desert gardening, including trees, shrubs, perennials, agaves, and cacti, as well as providing insights into plants from other desert regions that can adapt to the Southwest.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Gardening in the Desert' contains a total of 175 pages, providing comprehensive information on desert gardening.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition, published on September 1, 2000.
- Q: Is 'Gardening in the Desert' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is suitable for beginners as it offers guidance for those new to desert gardening and helps them understand how to work with the unique environmental conditions.
- Q: What are some gardening practices mentioned in the book? A: The book includes tips on essential gardening practices such as planting, watering, pruning, and propagation specific to desert conditions.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: 'Gardening in the Desert' is described as a used book in good condition, indicating it has been previously owned but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: What can I learn about water usage from this book? A: The book provides insights on managing water usage effectively while gardening in the desert, helping readers to reduce water waste and optimize irrigation.
- Q: Does the book cover any anecdotes or personal experiences? A: Yes, Mary Irish shares personal anecdotes and experiences throughout the book, enriching the reader's understanding of the joys and challenges of desert gardening.