656 Pages
by
CRC Press
656 Pages
by
Routledge
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This book provides an understanding of desert environments, their climatic conditions, and unique physical beauty - using the five American deserts of the southwestern United States as an example. Through considerable research, sensitivity, and practical experience, the author provides insight into how built environments are designed and installed in order to cope with the harsh, unforgiving... Read more
Introduction
North American Deserts
Landscape Architectural Design
Grading Design
Hardscape Design
Plant Materials and Planting Design
Plant Compendium
Irrigation Design
Lighting Design
Installation and Maintenance
Conclusion
Bibliography
Appendix
Index
North American Deserts
Landscape Architectural Design
Grading Design
Hardscape Design
Plant Materials and Planting Design
Plant Compendium
Irrigation Design
Lighting Design
Installation and Maintenance
Conclusion
Bibliography
Appendix
Index
Biography
John C. Krieg
"...truly encyclopedic in nature...I'm overwhelmed by the scope and depth in which you have covered the subject. This book will take a place of honor on my bookshelf, and be referred to quite often. a reference work that will have an important place in horticulture publishing for many, many, years to come."-William C. Uber, Van Ness Water Gardens
"A tremendous source of detailed information for landscape architects, students, contractors, developers, and home gardeners in pursuit of desert excellence. The author has gathered a deep well of information from his own landscape design...and from his astute awareness of important details. This dedicated book provides answers to many questions."
- Eric A. Johnson, from the Foreword
