Trees and Shrubs for the Southwest
Timber Press, 2008
All gardens, but especially those in the deserts, need a generous dose of shade from trees and the structure and character of shrubs. But finding the right ones is often daunting. With this, her newest book, Mary continues to provide the combination of deep southwestern plant knowledge, detailed information on care and selection combined with a personal, often humorous, touch. Dry soils, minimal rainfall, and intense heat are nothing to the face of the feathery acacias, bright-flowered desert willow or flamboyant bird of paradise, too-tough-to-kill mesquites and luxurious Texas rangers. Gardeners will be surprised to find that there are even desert dwelling palms and pines.
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