Paul Guzie
List of plants that repel mosquitoes
List of plants that repel mosquitoes. During the monsoon season in the Southwest, mosquitoes are a BIG problem. They appear almost everywhere at social gatherings, work, at home, and inside buildings. Do these plants really repel mosquitoes Some people swear by these plants, claiming they’ve noticed real changes, while others say they don’t do much. […]
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Golden Barrel Cactus Plants
Golden Barrel Cactus Plants is a must-have for any cactus garden or outdoor design. It is unique, its spherical shape adds a good, form element that stands out, while its golden spines catch light beautifully. This hardy plant thrives in dry climates and requires minimal care, making it both practical and visually striking. Whether you’re […]
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Insects and Diseases on plants
Insects and diseases on plants are a big problem for almost any part of the U.S. or in the world, and the Southwest U.S. region has its share of pests and diseases. Many folks have no idea why a plant looks magnificent one day and then almost withers away a few days later. Observe Your […]
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Parry’s Agave Plant
Parry’s Agave Plant also called mescal agave (Agave Parryi or Asparagaceae) is a desert plant that resembles an artichoke and is in the Century plant family. It’s an amazing plant that will shoot out a tall stalk that resembles asparagus plants. It does this when it is fully mature. The stalk is will grow up […]
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Mexican Petunia Plant
The Mexican Petunia Plant (Ruellia brittoniana) is sometimes called British Ruellia. It is a fast-growing easy-care perennial for Southwest landscaping. It comes back year after year without any problem. Propagating is a breeze just snip off a stem place it in water and soil and it will grow! Mexican Petunia Plant is easy to grow […]
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The Ocotillo Plant
The Ocotillo Plant (Fouquieria splendens). It is an early spring blooming desert flowering plant. Its long spiny limbs or stems will twist and turn out towards the sky. It will look great in all desert landscapes and can tolerate poor sandy soil. It is a plant that is indigenous to the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts. They produce […]
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Hibiscus plant species
Hibiscus plant species. The hardy Hibiscus plants love the hot Southwestern sun. They also like humidity and moist soil. It is not a drought tolerant plant but with a good drip system, it will thrive and produce dinner plate size flowers from late spring until late fall. Hibiscus plants are perennials Yes, they will come […]
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Red Flowering Crape Myrtles
Red Flowering Crape Myrtles. The enduring Summer Red Crape Myrtle. The thing about this Crape Myrtle is that it seems to bloom all summer long. And if you trim off the expired blooms it will bloom until mid-fall. Drought-resistant plants once they become established usually around the third year. Red Flowering Crape Myrtles It […]
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Landscaping with Crape Myrtles
Learn how to grow and care for Crape Myrtles in and around the American Southwest.
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How to keep birds away from fruit trees
How to keep birds away from fruit trees. Before we get ahead and find the right way to keep birds away from your fruit trees it is important to note that it is illegal to kill most migratory birds. Except for pigeons, house sparrows, and European starlings. Each state has its laws and, it’s important […]
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