Plants And Landscapes For Summer-dry Climates Of The San

Plants And Landscapes For Summer-dry Climates Of The San Francisco Bay Region
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Gardening. Environmental Studies. Photographs by Saxon Holt. Illustrations by Richard Pembroke. This lavishly illustrated book celebrates the challenges and opportunities of gardening in Mediterranean climates, with special reference to northern California's San Francisco Bay Region. The core of the book is a catalog of more than 650 plants suited to regions with mild, usually wet winters and dry, often hot summers. These plants thrive with moderate to no summer irrigation when established, require little or no maintenance, and are reasonably available from nurseries, botanic gardens, native plant sales, or specialty seed suppliers.

Many of the 542 color photographs show plants in garden settings to suggest attractive and compatible plant combinations. Summary charts provide information on each plant, such as bloom time, needs for water and sun, and preferences for coastal or inland microclimates. Lists suggest plants for special situations, such as hot sites, dryish shade, small gardens, and clay soils.

Chapters on landscape design and maintenance inspire readers to make gardens that use little water and no harmful chemicals, with a focus on building healthy soil. Practical steps to successful design are supplemented with ideas for designing with microclimate, attracting wildlife, and fire safety. Sidebars by local experts discuss weather, natural landscapes, design solutions, and gardening with recycled water.

"A valuable resource for climate-compatible gardening in the San Franciso Bay Area that will also be of interest to gardeners in other parts of the world with a similar seasonal pattern of winter rain and dry summers. This book will occupy a prominent place in my library for many years to come."â€”Katherine Greenberg, president Mediterranean Garden Society

"This book is beautifully designed with abundant photographs of plants, many in garden settings, and it is packed with the kind of information gardeners need for their own special situations. Simply stunning! Bravo!"â€”Phyllis M. Faber, editor University of California Press
Country USA
Brand Brand: East Bay Municipal Utility District
Manufacturer East Bay Municipal Utility District
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780975323113
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Brand: East Bay Municipal Utility District
Manufacturer	East Bay Municipal Utility District
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780975323113
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Plants And Landscapes For Summer-dry Climates Of The San Francisco Bay Region

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