Parched

Dazzling, diverse, durable - discover the remarkable drought-proof plants that flourish in the driest environments. With rainfall unpredictable and summers increasingly hot, plants that survive and thrive in these conditions have become more important than ever. Through expert text and beautiful botanical illustrations from the archives of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Parched explores the captivating variety that exists in the world of dry plants. From poppies and palms to cypress and cyclamen, this stunning book showcases the incredible species that have become a mainstay of dry gardens around the world.

Philip Clayton is a garden expert and writer with over 20 years' experience. He has worked for the Royal Horticultural Society and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. He has a BSc in horticulture and gardens professionally at The Manor, Cambridgeshire. Previously Deputy Editor of The Gardener, Philip's most recent book, A Plant for Every Day of the Year, was published in October 2022. He lives in England.

Coneflower • Catmint • Lavender • California poppy • Prickly pear • Artemisia • Veronica • Sea holly • Agave • Aloe vera • Bougainvillea • Sage • Dragon fruit • Artichoke • Fountain grass • Sisal • Euphorbia