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From Richard W. Halsey, a biologist and fire ecologist, is, Fire, Chaparral and Survival in Southern California. This book weaves together the crucial elements of fire behavior, land management, and knowledge of the natural environment to help Californians better protect their families, and form vital connections with their surroundings. The book is illustrated with local and regional landscapes, as well as the 64 most common plants, birds and animals. It contains coverage of the 2007 wildfires.

Rick Halsey will teach a class about firewise planting and sign copies of his book on May 2 at 9:30 at our Poway store.

New Date - Schedule Change

Palm Springs Style Gardening by Maureen Gilmer makes low-water gardening easy. It's not all cactus and palms, but features a wide variety of desert plants, trees & shrubs that shower the landscape in candy-bright blossoms, interesting textures, and sculptural forms.

You'll find 'top 10 plants' and style guides that show how outdoor desert gardens may be designed to enhance the appeal of many diverse architectural styles, like those found in the neighborhoods of Palm Springs. Meet Gilmer as she will teach "High Impact, Low Water Palm Springs Style' April 25 at 11:30 a.m. at our Poway store.

She will also be available to sign copies of her books. Please note that this class was originally scheduled for March 7 but has been canceled.