Soft laminated cover .192 pages. (1st edition 2005). Approx. 250mm X 200mm. Full colour.  ISBN: 9781554070312 RRP $24.95.

Plants that survive and thrive in tough condition

Dryland Gardening is packed with practical advice and extensive plant list for grasses, ground cover, bulbs ,perennials, annuals, herbs and shrubs – all chosen specifically to survive and thrive in the tough new climate of the 21^st century.

Dryland Gardening explains time-tested strategies:

- Coping with limited access to water

- Dealing with invasive plants

- Dealing with trees under stress

- Nurturing groundcovers and grasses

- Starting bulbs, perennials and vines

- Growing vegetables, herbs and annuals.

This book includes both practical advice for dry-climate gardeners as well as an extensive planting list for grasses and groundcovers, bulbs, perennials and vines, vegetables and annuals, herbs, roses and shrubs.

Each plant entry provides:

- Common and botanical names

- Detailed descriptions

- Planting instructions, care and maintenance.