The clouds are in the sky, the bulbs are in the ground, and the leaves are moving from the former to the latter. It's a good time to grab a cup of tea, do some reading, and maybe dream about what next year's garden will bring. And whether you're looking for something more fulfilling to replace your lawn or just something easier to maintain, the latest books from Timber Press are well suited for just such activities.

The American Meadow Garden: Creating a Natural Alternative to the Traditional Lawn by John Greenlee

Embrace a new tradition and find new ways to create livable outdoor spaces. $34.95 Read more

The New Low-Maintenance Garden: How to Have a Beautiful, Productive Garden and the Time to Enjoy It by Valerie Easton

Live your life, love your garden. $19.95 Read more

Gardening with Shape, Line and Texture: A Plant Design Sourcebook by Linden Hawthorne

This sourcebook emphasizes the important roles of plant shape in garden design. $39.95 Read more

Conifers of the World: The Complete Reference by James E. Eckenwalder

The first comprehensive update of conifer taxonomy in nearly a century. $59.95 Read more