Water-Wise Plants for the Southwest is a must have resource for any Southwest gardener facing water-shortages. It is filled with expert advice from proven low-water gardeners, and includes everything from using tried and true low water use plants in the landscape, efficient watering and cultivation tips from planting to maturity, to new water-wise cultivars and species. The book features inspirational photos of low-water residential landscapes and more than 100 plant recommendations with helpful icons for ease of use. Also included is an extensive reference guide with listings of botanical and water conservation demonstration gardens, educational opportunities, irrigation suppliers, technical support, websites, and professional organizations. This book is one you would recommend to any gardener facing limited water resources. Nan Sterman is a horticulturist and well-known garden writer who was the former editor of the San Diego Home, Garden and Lifestyle Magazine and is an award winning writer for the Los Angeles Times, the San Diego Tribune, Sunset Magazine, Organic Gardening magazine and many others. She is the author of the California Gardeners Guide Volume II which is about gardening with low water, climate appropriate plants that are low maintenance and use limited resources.