Events Calendar · January 2021
Gardening in Summer-Dry Climates (Virtual Event)
Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hosted by Marin Art and Garden Center: Please join us for this free virtual event. Must register online to attend.
Regions defined by arid summers and soggy winters can be challenging for even the most experienced gardener. Summers are mostly dry, but how dry and for how long? Winters are usually wet, but what about infrequent heavy rainstorms? Do winter temperatures drop below freezing? All these questions and what to do about them are answered in Gardening in Summer-Dry Climates, from landscape architect Nora Harlow and award-winning photographer Saxon Holt.
Gardening in Summer-Dry Climates is the definitive handbook on the plants and practices needed to create a thriving summer-dry landscape. A comprehensive plant directory provides details on each plant’s needs, and stunning photography shows how smart design can help address seasonal issues. Harlow and Holt also explain how plants adapt to the climate, how topography and climate relate, and how best to work with these conditions. At its core, Gardening in Summer-Dry Climates encourages gardeners to understand and work in harmony with their region. By choosing naturally occurring, climate-appropriate plants, gardeners can promote healthier ecosystems and make a difference from their own backyards.