Xeriscape Plant Guide

Xeriscape Plant Guide
Author:
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
Total Pages: 200
Release: 1996
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 9781555912536

100 water-wise plants for gardens and landscapes.

Xeriscape Colorado

Xeriscape Colorado
Author: Connie Lockhart Ellefson
Publisher: Westcliffe Pub
Total Pages: 234
Release: 2004
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 9781565794955

Colorado's booming population and recent drought have made wise water use a top priority in the Centennial State. Whether you're establishing a new Xeriscape or you wish to transform your existing landscape into a lush yet water-thrifty oasis, Xeriscape Colorado shows you exactly how. Landscape designer Connie Lockhart Ellefson and Denver Water's David Winger take you step by step through the seven principles of Xeriscape: planning and design, soil analysis and improvement, practical turf areas, informed plant choice, efficient irrigation, mulching, and maintenance. Book jacket.

Xeriscape Handbook

Xeriscape Handbook
Author: Gayle Weinstein
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 1999
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 9781555913465

An easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach to creating a water-wise gardening environment, no matter where one lives. Photos.

Colorado Water

Colorado Water
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2012-05
Genre: Water resources development
ISBN:

The scope of [Colorado Water] is devoted to enhancing communication between Colorado water users and managers and faculty at the research universities in the state.

Waterwise Plants for Sustainable Gardens

Waterwise Plants for Sustainable Gardens
Author: Scott Ogden
Publisher: Timber Press
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2011-09-06
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1604691697

“I can't imagine a designer or avid gardener who wouldn't want this on their bookshelf.” —Garden Design Online Waterwise Plants for Sustainable Gardens is a practical guide to the best 200 plants guaranteed to thrive in low-water gardens. Plant entries provide the common and botanical name, the regions where the plant is best adapted, growth and care information, and notes on pests and disease. This practical and inspiring guide includes a variety of plants, from trees to succulents, perennials to bulbs, all selected for their wide adaptability and ornamental value. Companion plants, creative design ideas, and full color photography make this guide a must-have resource for any sustainable gardener.

Xeriscape Gardening

Xeriscape Gardening
Author: Connie Lockhart Ellefson
Publisher: MacMillan Publishing Company
Total Pages: 336
Release: 1992
Genre: Gardening
ISBN:

Xeriscape, or low-water, landscaping will define gardening in the 21st century. Xeriscape has currency in every area of the country experiencing drought or lowered water tables. This guide outlines the principles of low-water landscaping and the practicalities of transforming a landscape. Endorsed by the National Xeriscape Council.

Native Plants for Southwestern Landscapes

Native Plants for Southwestern Landscapes
Author: Judy Mielke
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Total Pages: 311
Release: 1993
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0292751478

Offers the most comprehensive guide to landscaping with native plants available.

Creating the Prairie Xeriscape

Creating the Prairie Xeriscape
Author: Sara Williams
Publisher: Coteau Books
Total Pages: 347
Release: 2013
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1550504614

Create a yard that is pleasing in design and usefulness, yet low in maintenance and not another threat to our fragile environment. Everything you need to know about xeriscaping.