How often have you wished you could create a little corner of the Mediterranean in your own garden? Or wished that you could cut back on the time-consuming chore of watering? Or thought about growing Mediterranean plants but feared they couldn't survive in a cooler, less hospitable climate? By following the advice in this photo-filled guide, you can achieve all this and more. Designing and Creating a Mediterranean Garden takes you from the planning stages, through dealing with lawns, patios, and terraces, to landscaping and adding those touches of style from Italy, France, Greece, or Spain. This is an outstanding guide, featuring an A-Z of plants, a wealth of expert advice, and 400 color photos and drawings.