Book review: The Colorful Dry Garden by Maureen Gilmer
For those of us gardening in the western U.S., water—or rather the lack of it—is always on our minds. The 2011-2017 drought in California was a…
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Book review: The Complete Illustrated Guide to Growing Cacti & Succulents
When I first became interested in succulents, these were the kinds of books available: I’m sure you’re familiar with them. A fair amount of information,…
Cold-hardy sedums
We’re spending Christmas with my mother-in-law in the mountains of Northern California. When I walk around her 2-acre property, I often think of the kind…
Book review: Visionary Landscapes
Think of a Japanese garden you’ve visited. What attributes come to mind? For me, it’s tranquility, stillness, and self-reflection. You might say peace, meditation, a…
Book review: Private Gardens of the Bay Area
I vividly remember getting a coffee table book about the Caribbean islands when I was a young adult. Looking at the glossy photos was like…
Book gift ideas for gardeners
Gardeners love plants, but plants don’t necessarily make great gifts unless you know exactly what the recipient really wants. Gift certificates are handy but impersonal.…
A must-have guide for California gardeners and visitors: The California Garden Tour by Donald Olson
The most useful book on our recent Pacific Northwest trips has been The Pacific Northwest Garden Tour: The 60 Best Gardens to Visit in Oregon, Washington,…