General Content includes: #xD; Site and Soil Evaluation-What's Important #xD; Gardening Zones-Climate and Microclimates in Your Yard #xD; How Plants Grow-Basic Understanding #xD; Plant Types: Annuals, Perennials, Bulbs, Woody Plants, Edibles, Lawns and Ground Covers #xD; Water-How to Use it Wisely #xD; Planting and Plant Maintenance #xD; Sun and Shade Considerations #xD;Your Southwestern Garden: #xD; Ground Zero: Soil Amending, Mulching, Fertilizing #xD; Design Choices: Formal, Naturalistic and More #xD; Plants for Success: Top 50 Plants for Southwestern Gardens #xD; Troubleshooting in the Southwestern Garden: Pests, Invaders, Diseases.