The Arizona Herb Association

Recommended Reading

The Low Desert Herb Gardening Handbook

The No-frills guide to when to plant, prune and harvest in the low desert. Available for sale at AHA meetings and events, select nursries and shops around Phoenix and Tucson, and by mail order.

Desert Gardening for Beginners.

This book covers all the basics for desert gardeners. Chapters include desert soil characteristics, soil preparation, removing Bermuda grass, garden design and location, making compost, cultivation techniques, effective watering, managing insects, diagnosing problems, as well as specific tips for vegetables, flowers and herbs.
Also includes are three planting calendars that provide the best months to sow hundreds of vegetables, flowers and herbs for maximum success. Published by the Master Gardener Press.

Desert Landscaping for Beginners

Successful landscaping in the Southwest requires a different set of techniques than used by gardeners in most of the Country. Desert Landscaping for Beginners contains the latest research-based information from the University of Arizona, written in user-friendly language. Each chapter was written by a local expert with years of experience in that subject. Published by the Master Gardener Press.

Earth-Friendly Desert Gardening

Regardless of your gardening experience, you can easily save money on utility bills, conserve water, reduce yard waste sent to landfills, and create a low-maintenance landscape that is in balance with its natural surroundings. Published by the Master Gardener Press.