With widespread, continuing drought in their region, gardeners in the Rockies need help now more than ever, and they can finally get the quick, expert advice they need in this easy-to-use pocket-size guide. In addition to finding overviews of the region's geography and climate zones, soil types, weather challenges, and invaders--weeds and pests--gardeners will discover tips aplenty for coping. For example, learn about firewise pruning, how to design an allergy-free garden, which insects are pests and which are beneficial, what plants to grow in order to attract wildlife, and why more water is not necessarily better for your garden.