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Gardening in Summer Dry Climates is the definitive guide for gardeners who want a lush, colorful garden that will thrive in a summer-dry climate—an area defined by wet winters and dry summers. This hardworking book teaches gardeners how plants adapt to the climate and how to design for summer drought and winter wet. Information includes details about topography and climate, advice for gardening in the age of wildfire, and suggestions for embracing wildness and change. An A-to-Z of plants includes a color photograph, details on each plant’s origin, water and drainage needs, and notes on sun and shade. Lists of plants for special places and conditions are especially valuable for trips to the garden center.