Cacti & Succulents for Cold Climates

274 Outstanding Species for Challenging Conditions

If you thought that these spectacular plants were only for gardens in hot climates, guess again. In part one of this practical guide, Leo Chance describes how to prepare planting beds, get plants established, combine them attractively, and maintain them. Part two consists of portraits of plants that can be used to create breath-taking, drought-tolerant gardens. This is the first definitive guide to cactus in cold climates.

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Leo J. Chance is a professional gardener based in Colorado Springs and Pueblo, Colorado. He has also worked as a professional plant buyer and propagator. A member of the Cactus and Succulent Society of America and the Colorado Cactus and Succulent Society, Leo lectures frequently about cacti and succulents, as well as water-wise gardening.