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Comprehensive guide for Texas native plants
Perfect for gardeners of all expertise levels
Reduces maintenance and enhances garden sustainability
Attracts pollinators like birds, butterflies, and bees
Includes diverse plants: ferns, grasses, wildflowers, and more
Expert advice from Andrea DeLong-Amaya
Created in collaboration with Lady Bird Johnson Center
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Price Range: $21.78
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Engaging family activity for outdoor bonding.
Beginner-friendly tips for successful gardening.
Kid-friendly recipes using homegrown produce.
Creative activities to inspire children's curiosity.
Essential gardening tools and techniques explained.
Harvest fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers together.
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Price Range: $11.95
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Revolutionize your garden with low-water practices.
Colorful, drought-tolerant plants for vibrant gardens.
Expert advice from garden guru Nan Sterman.
Inspiring examples of brilliant water-smart gardens.
Design tips for structure and texture in gardens.
Essential plant directory for drought-resistant options.
Perfect for Southwest gardeners facing dry conditions.
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Price Range: $20.69
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Identify 180 Texas tree species easily.
Organized by leaf type and attachment.
Full-page photographs for accurate identification.
Professional insights from naturalist Stan Tekiela.
Includes updated information and photographs.
Quick Compare section for easy reference.
Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and learners.
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Price Range: $12.29
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Bestselling gardening book in Texas.
Over 500 new photographs included.
400 new illustrations for easier understanding.
New recommendations for pest control strategies.
Fruit and vegetable growing tips included.
Focus on Southern Texas gardening techniques.
Comprehensive updates from the first edition.
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Price Range: $40.81
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Month-by-month gardening tasks for Arizona deserts.
Expert advice from desert gardening specialist Mary Irish.
Visual guide with colorful, descriptive photographs.
Care tips for cacti, succulents, and perennials.
Easy-to-use handbook for desert homeowners.
Perfect for water-wise landscaping success.
Part of a comprehensive regional gardening series.
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Price Range: $18.48
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48 landscape designs tailored for Texas and Oklahoma.
Over 200 native plants for regional gardening success.
Step-by-step instructions for various landscaping projects.
Comprehensive photos and illustrations for visual inspiration.
Updated content on climate change and conservation practices.
Guidance on fire-resistant and drought-tolerant species.
Expert advice by professional landscape designers.
Price Range: $20.10
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Detailed profiles of 60+ edible plants.
Expert advice for Southwest gardening conditions.
Practical tips for soil preparation and fertilization.
Techniques to manage vegetable garden pests safely.
Helpful planting tips for successful growth.
Maintenance advice for high-yield gardens.
Suitable for beginners and experienced gardeners.
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Price Range: $14.99
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42 stunning landscape designs for western climates
Over 300 plants and flowers tailored for your region
Step-by-step installation instructions for various projects
650+ photos and illustrations for design inspiration
Emphasizes water conservation and native plant usage
Expert advice from professional landscape designers
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Price Range: $21.95
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Updated 2nd edition for Texas gardeners.
Expert advice on growing edibles.
Covers diverse Texas climates and soils.
Profiles of over 60 edible plants.
Includes fruits, vegetables, herbs, and nuts.
Practical tips for every gardening level.
Charts and graphs for easy planning.
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Price Range: $19.15
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Comprehensive guide for Arizona gardeners.
Includes top 175 recommended landscape plants.
Written by a respected horticultural expert.
Full-color illustrations for easy identification.
Addresses Arizona's unique gardening challenges.
Boosts home value with proper landscaping.
Trusted information for successful gardening.
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Price Range: $25.01
Color: 4 positive
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Discover 40 edible plants native to Texas.
Includes QR codes for color images and tips.
Learn ethical foraging practices to save money.
Comprehensive safety guide against poisonous plants.
Expert tips for harvesting and storing wild plants.
Experience nature while enjoying fresh, nutritious food.
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Price Range: $16.97
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Monthly gardening guidance for Nevada's desert climate.
Tailored advice from local gardening experts.
Know when to plant trees and shrubs.
Easy-to-follow format for year-round success.
Includes valuable tips and beautiful photographs.
Learn essential tasks for each month.
Boost your garden's health and beauty confidently.
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Price Range: $14.83
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Discover 200 thriving plants for Texas gardens.
46 unique outdoor design concepts included.
Easy-to-follow instructions for beautiful landscapes.
Expert tips for plant care and maintenance.
Friendly writing style for novice gardeners.
Transform your outdoor space into a paradise.
Part of Creative Homeowner's bestselling series.
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Price Range: $2.12
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Comprehensive guide for Texas gardening enthusiasts. Expert advice from popular Texas gardening specialists. Monthly to-do calendars for easy planning. Hundreds of proven plant recommendations included. Colorful photos aid proper plant care. Tackles water-saving gardening techniques for Texas. Essential tips for planting, watering, and maintenance.
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Price Range: $21.11
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Over 200 curated plant lists for gardeners.
Focuses on Southern horticultural characteristics and uses.
Expert recommendations from veteran gardener Lois Trigg Chaplin.
Details specific Southern regions for optimal growth.
Includes tips and anecdotes from gardening professionals.
Helps save time and money on gardening.
Combines sourcebook and workbook for easy use.
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Price Range: $15.47
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Comprehensive guide to Texas native plants.
Supports earth-friendly gardening practices.
Attracts pollinators like birds and butterflies.
Includes ferns, grasses, wildflowers, and trees.
Easy-to-follow advice for all gardeners.
Reduces maintenance and water usage.
Promotes biodiversity in your backyard.
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Price Range: $13.99
18
Grow your own medicinal herbs easily.
Comprehensive guide for all skill levels.
Learn to create effective herbal remedies.
Natural solutions for common health issues.
Exclusive audio recipes for convenience.
Personalize remedies for unique health needs.
Transform your garden into a healing sanctuary.
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Price Range: $8.99
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Explore wild edible plants in the Southwest.
Learn to identify and harvest local species.
Over 80 full-color images for easy recognition.
Seasonal Foraging Calendar for optimal picking times.
Find clear, safe mushroom foraging instructions.
Enjoy delicious recipes using foraged ingredients.
Discover healing benefits of native plants.
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Price Range: $2.99
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Comprehensive guide for Southwest gardening enthusiasts.
Tailored layouts for diverse regional landscapes.
Emphasizes cultural influences in garden design.
Features unique southwestern accents and structures.
Perfect for Texas to California gardeners.
Includes practical tips for successful gardening.
Original edition with 30,000 first printing copies.
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Price Range: $21.94
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Comprehensive guide to over 100 edible plants.
In-depth profiles with nutritional and medicinal details.
Stunning full-color photographs for easy identification.
Promotes sustainable foraging and responsible harvesting.
Empowers users to connect with nature.
Cost-effective and reduces reliance on commercial agriculture.
Suitable for beginners and experienced foragers alike.
Price Range: $12.99
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Month-by-month gardening guide for desert regions.
Essential tips for planting, pruning, and fertilizing.
Focus on local climate and growing conditions.
Ideal for new desert gardeners from other areas.
Combines insights from two gardening books.
Accommodates elevation differences in California and Southwest.
Helps maintain a flourishing garden all year.
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Price Range: $22.69
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Comprehensive month-by-month gardening guide for Texas.
Learn optimal planting and care techniques year-round.
Beautiful full-color photography and detailed maps included.
Expert advice from Houston horticulturist Robert "Skip" Richter.
Includes tips for annuals, perennials, shrubs, and more.
Perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.
Enhance your Texas garden's beauty throughout the seasons.
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Price Range: $18.89
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Comprehensive guide to Southern heirloom gardening.
Features personal stories from passionate gardeners.
Updated heirloom plant encyclopedia for modern gardeners.
New essays on naturalizing daffodils and fruit growing.
Revised plant lists for bulbs and cemetery plants.
Insight into authors' personal garden creations.
A must-have for Southern gardening enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $25.41
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Comprehensive guide to Texas vegetable gardening.
Insider advice on climate zones and frost dates.
Details on soil, fertilizer, and watering techniques.
Best vegetable varieties for Texas regions included.
Monthly gardening tasks from January to December.
Garden planning section for crop rotation and design.
Profiles of nearly 50 edible plants featured.
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Price Range: $16.13
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Comprehensive guide for South Florida gardening.
Features 100 easy-to-grow plants.
Includes 65 low-maintenance garden designs.
Focus on drought-tolerant and beautiful plants.
Chapters on small, shade, and sun gardens.
Provides constant color with perennials.
Includes 371 vibrant color photographs.
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Price Range: $25.93
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100 unique, high-quality images for relaxation. Double images for coloring mistakes or sharing. Free digital copy for unlimited printing. Single-sided pages prevent bleed-through issues. Suitable for all skill levels and creativity. Ava Browne: committed to quality and excellence. Ideal gift for holidays and special occasions.
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Price Range: $8.99
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Expert gardening advice for Central Texas.
Updated edition with color illustrations throughout.
Tips on organic methods and gardening success.
Includes favorite recipes and useful websites.
Accessible information with sidebars and bulleted lists.
Ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Critical praise from renowned gardening publications.
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Price Range: $28.75
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Month-by-month gardening schedule for Southwest regions.
Expert advice from Tucson-based gardener Jacqueline Soule.
Illustrated step-by-step instructions for easy understanding.
Covers flowers, trees, cacti, and succulents.
Beautiful photography for inspiration and guidance.
Essential tips for all skill levels of gardeners.
Helps maintain a thriving garden year-round.
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Price Range: $26.89
