Hypertufa containers, also known as troughs, are rustic, striking, versatile, and perfect for small, Alpine plants. A mix of cement, perlite, and water, are simple and affordable to make at home. In Hypertufa Containers: Step-by-Step Instructions for Creating and Planting a Trough Garden, Lori Chips details everything a home gardener needs to know to make their own hypertufa containers and successfully garden in them. In Part One readers will discover the amazing variety of plants that thrive in troughs. XX plant portraits include growing and cultivation information along with potting tips. Part Two features step-by-step instructions for making hypertufa containers in a variety of shapes and sizes. The instructions are easy to follow and feature colorful photography.

Hypertufa Containers is for DIY container gardeners, rock gardeners, and people looking for new ways to grow Alpine plants.