80,000+ Books in-stock in NZ πŸ“š

Winter Reads Sale! Enjoy up to 20% off 1,700 books! πŸš€

Dry Climate Gardening

Growing beautiful, sustainable gardens in low-water conditions
4.32 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating.
( 44 ratings, 13 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
Dry Climate Gardening by Noelle Johnson offers practical advice for gardening enthusiasts facing arid conditions. The book provides insights on selecting the right plants, utilising efficient irrigation techniques, and designing beautiful landscapes with limited water resources. It's a valuable resource for anyone looking to create a thriving garden despite challenging weather conditions.
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$5500
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 4-6 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

If you're looking to transform your garden into a vibrant oasis despite dry conditions, this book offers expert guidance tailored for gardeners dealing with limited water resources. You'll find practical advice on plant selection, water management techniques, and sustainable gardening practices that can turn arid spaces into thriving landscapes. Ideal for those passionate about gardening in challenging climates, this resource will inspire and equip you to create beauty in drought-prone areas.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

Discover how to plan, plant, and care for a colorful and lively low -water garden in an aridclimate.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Gardening in an arid climate is nothing like growing in a temperate or tropical climate. It requires a special set of considerations, careful plant selection, and a whole host of important maintenance techniques so the garden can be cared for sustainably and with minimal effort.

In Dry Climate Gardening, horticulturist Noelle Johnson shows you how to create a lively landscape that requires minimal water. She introduces you to dozens of plants that thrive in low-water conditions in dry climates and walks you through the entire process, from garden design and plant choice to planting techniques and caring for a garden in the desert.

Whether you live in the Southwestern US, the Mediterranean region, or in another xeric climate, the advice found in Dry Climate Gardening is key to your growing success.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Dry Climate Gardening by Noelle Johnson is praised for its comprehensive guidance on gardening in arid conditions, offering essential knowledge for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike. It covers topics such as soil management, water-saving techniques, and plant care with clarity and detail. The book is lauded for its engaging photography and practical advice, making it an invaluable resource for those seeking to cultivate vibrant gardens in challenging climates.

Book Hero reading reviews

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780760377024

Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 March 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Cool Springs Press

Illustration: 200 color photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 721g

Pages: 208

About the Author

Noelle Johnson is a horticulturist, landscape consultant, and garden writer who livesin the Phoenix, Arizona, metro area. Popularly known as "AZ Plant Lady," her passionfor over 20 years has been to inspire and teach people to create, grow, and maintainbeautiful gardens that thrive in a hot, dry climate. She is the author of the popular blogDesert Gardening 101, where she has been imparting essential gardening advice forover 10 years. Noelle has been an instructor at both the Desert Botanical Garden andthe Tucson Botanical Gardens, and also speaks to garden groups about desertgardening. Over her career, Noelle has written for Water Use It Wisely, Birds & Bloomsmagazine, Houzz, Phoenix Home & Garden magazine, and The Home Depot. Her goalis to give people the knowledge they need to create, grow, and maintain a beautifulgarden that thrives in a hot, dry climate.

Also by Noelle Johnson

View all

More from Home & Garden

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.