Are you looking for some helpful gardening books to reference? Here is a list of books chocked full of useful information that makes gardening easier in the desert.
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Companion Planting: A Sure Fire Way for Plants to Thrive
My mom’s garden was never in neat tidy rows instead she interplanted flowers, herbs and vegetables together. I always thought this was because we didn’t have much space for a garden. It wasn’t until I was an adult I realized she was actually using the principles of companion planting.
Companion gardening has been practiced for thousands of years, so what is it and how does it benefit you?
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5 Essential Plants You’ll Need for a Desert Medicinal Garden
For thousands of years people have used plants for healing and soothing. As a bonus these therapeutic plants are really pretty. Learn more about the five essential medicinal plants you can grow in your desert garden.
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Are you looking to create a beautiful flower garden that is also edible? It is easy to grow a an edible flower garden. Plant some flowers that are not only pretty but can also be used for cake decorating, teas, cocktails and garnishes. Use edible flowers in teas, syrups, and other yummy dishes.
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15 Garden Types: Inspiration to Find the Best Garden Style
Need some garden inspiration? Gardens have many styles, each type has unique characteristics and benefits. These garden types are often influenced by cultural, historical, and environmental factors.
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In the desert we’re always looking for ways to conserve our most precious resource – water. Without it there would be no gardens or life for that matter.
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