Trees and Shrubs for the Southwest: Woody Plants for Arid Gardens

Like gardeners everywhere, gardeners in the Southwest want home landscapes that include lush, thriving trees and shrubs. But contending with difficult soils, three-digit summer temperatures, and minimal rainfall can pose a daunting challenge. To add to the dilemma, many plants that prosper in other parts of the country can't be grown in the Southwest without resorting to wasteful artificial irrigation.

The solution to this conundrum is choosing plants that are adapted to the rigors of the southwestern climate. In Trees and Shrubs for the Southwest, readers will find profiles of more than 200 of the most attractive, easy-to-grow, and climate appropriate trees and shrubs. Mary Irish also provides expert information about how to use trees and shrubs in the garden, how to plant and care for them, and how to combat common pests and diseases. This comprehensive title also includes clear and concise instructions on common tasks such as planting, staking, and pruning. From feathery-leaved acacias to bright-flowered desert willows, tough-as-nails mesquites to silvery Texas rangers, homeowners who want to create an attractive, sustainable landscape will find no better resource.

• Perennials for the Southwest: Plants That Flourish in Arid Gardens
• Gardening in the Desert: A Guide to Plant Selection and Care
• Arizona Gardener's Guide (Gardener's Guides)
• Native Plants for Southwestern Landscapes
• Arizona & New Mexico Getting Started Garden Guide: Grow the Best Flowers, Shrubs, Trees, Vines & Groundcovers (Garden Guides)
• Month-By-Month Gardening in the Deserts of Arizona: What to Do Each Month to Have a Beautiful Garden All Year
• Growing the Southwest Garden: Regional Ornamental Gardening (Regional Ornamental Gardening Series)
• Desert Landscaping: How to Start and Maintain a Healthy Landscape in the Southwest
• Hot Color, Dry Garden: Inspiring Designs and Vibrant Plants for the Waterwise Gardener
• Gardening in the Southwest: A Wealth of Great Ideas for Your Garden