The Desert Garden
Product Description
Author: Irina Springuel. Springuel explains the best techniques for cultivating gardens in arid areas using species indigenous to Egypt. 38 of the most popular species of desert flora are illustrated with color photographs and black-and-white drawings. For each, the author provides information on its ecology and uses, with historical details about its uses in ancient Egyptian medicine and culture, where available. This book is an ideal companion, whether for beginners who want a small private garden or for those planning extensive landscaping work, both in Egypt and in similar deset environments elsewhere in the world. Softcover.
