You’re probably here because you have a hard time keeping plants alive. I’m here to tell you not to give up. Plant care is not easy, but it’s absolutely worth it. It takes time, care, and research to keep every plant alive. It’s not always your fault if a plant dies... but most causes of death are avoidable. This book…
Tortoises and turtles may look alike, but they are VERY different! This fun illustrated book teaches the differences between these two creatures, and explains a bit about the habits and preferences of the tortoise. Local author so this info is helpful and fun. Signed by the author.
Local author Elaine Powers tells you about what a curious creature the roadrunner is! This iconic desert bird prefers hoofing it to flying, and its footprints are the same backwards as they are forwards. With vibrant illustrations by Nicholas Thorpe, this picture book is jam-packed with scientific facts about roadrunners, delivered in verse form to keep the narrative lively. Signed…
Local author Elaine Powers in verse tells us that people fear rattlesnakes because they don’t understand them. Come inside and learn about these amazing snakes, how they help people, and why they should be respected, not exterminated. Signed by the author.
Local Desert Harvesters help you celebrate native foods of the Sonoran Desert. The recipes capture a spirit of adventure and reverence inviting both newcomers and seasoned experts to try new foods and experiment with new flavors.
This handbook from the Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society is a comprehensive and detailed guide to the cacti, succulents and botanical wonders of Arizona. So cool. Perfect for the beginner or expert doing field work. Six local authors/photographers bring you an entertaining and easy-to-use pictorial guide that will teach you so much. A must have!
Local late photographer and botanist Pierre Fischer devoted his life to the study of desert plants. The perfect introduction to desert flora, Mysterious Beauty showcases their startling beauty and reveals their secrets of survival in a harsh and arid environment. Playing with light and shadow, his spectacular photographs capture the brilliant colors of desert blooms and the delicate intricacies of…
Local author Elaine Powers tells us that although it usually appears as a bare stick, the Queen of the Night or Reina de la Noche (Peniocereus greggii) cactus all bloom together on one special night. Learn about this amazing plant that waits all year for just the right night to open its flowers. Signed by the author.
Local expert and author Brad Lancaster brings us the best-selling, award-winning guide on how to conceptualize, design, and implement life-enhancing water-, sun-, wind-, and shade-harvesting systems for your home, landscape, and community. This book enables you to assess your on-site resources, gives you a diverse array of strategies to maximize their potential, and empowers you with guiding principles to create…
Local expert and author Brad Lancaster builds on the information presented in Volume 1, this massively revised full color edition shows you how to select, place, size, construct, and plant your chosen water-harvesting earthworks. You can apply the vast knowledge of Brad Lancaster to the unique requirements of your site.
Much of gardening is trial and error, some would say. Others learned gardening secrets handed down from generation to generation as tried-and-true wisdom. These methods probably work just fine, but one group of gardeners relies on scientific research to guide their efforts. That’s the premise behind “The Tucson Garden Handbook,” the guide put out by the Pima County Master Gardeners. …
