‘A great sourcebook … well worth the investment’

– The Travel & Leisure Magazine

A garden that can withstand drought and requires little (if any) watering is the dream of anyone conscious of the need to conserve natural resources. But which plants work best in dry conditions, and what practices should you adopt to ensure that they survive?

Olivier Filippi draws on over twenty years of experience in drought-resistant gardening to provide thorough answers to these questions, clearly explaining the techniques that will bring success in a water-wise garden.

• Includes an A-Z of over 500 drought-resistant plants, with scientific name, geographical origin, size, position and hardiness, foliage, ideal soil conditions, and related or complementary plants, makes it easy to choose the right plant for the right place.

Magnificently illustrated with over 400 original photographs, this will be a vital reference for both novice and experienced gardeners.