No one knows more about gardening in the South than Southern Living! And no one's published a guide that covers it all so completely until now. At last, here is the book that southern gardeners have requested for years. This much anticipated volume is the first major, comprehensive garden guide that reflects the uniquely southern climates. Steve Bender, senior garden writer at Southern Living magazine, offers customized advice for all 5 southern climate zones, making it simple to understand what to plant in your zone. The plant encyclopedia, featuring over 5,000 plants, provides detailed information on plant description, climate adaptability, sun and water requirements, and cultural needs for every plant. Not only the definitive reference for the serious gardener, it is also a helpful companion for the weekend gardener and is sure to sprout up in every potting shed in the South. From Southern Living -- the authority on southern gardening -- naturally.