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Yard Full of Sun

Yard Full of Sun.

Scott Calhoun's critically acclaimed first book.

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Dirt Talk

Dirt talk is a periodic column about designing attractive landscapes in the Southwest and the pure enjoyment that comes from hiking, gardening, cooking and eating outdoors.

Some articles will be technical in nature and some will be just pure fun. Check back regularly to see what kind of dirt we unearth.

May 2005
Garden Designer Influences

Besides his wife Deirdre, these three designers are Scott Calhoun's favorites and have greatly influenced his design philosophy and aesthetics.
May 2005
ZonaGardens Gardening Links

A host of planting, watering, and pruning links that are invaluable for desert gardeners.
April 2005
How Do I Water My Freakin' Cactus?!

Cactus and succulents are an essential part of desert landscapes yet their care and water remains somewhat of a mystery to many desert gardeners.
April 2005
ZonaGardens Planting Guide

We are bucking the “bigger is better” culture here, but in the case of planting trees, smaller is better.

  
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