Plants native to Southern California are uniquely beautiful and thrive on their own with minimal water, pruning or trimming, fertilizers, and soil amendments. This book proves that creating environmentally sensitive design does not mean putting in extraordinary effort or sacrificing beauty. Includes detailed descriptions and growing information for some of the region’s most interesting, attractive plants and has easy-to-use tri-cut flip pages. Susan Van Atta has received numerous awards for her innovative environmentally sensitive designs, including the 2008 National FASLA Award of Honor in General Design and the 2007 Environmental Protection Agency Award for Sustainable Design. She lives in Santa Barbara. A comprehensive guide to 165 flowering plants native to Southern California