Paul Guzie
Sod and Lawn tips for the Southwest
Sod and Lawn tips for the Southwest. Everyone wants a perfect looking lawn including myself. Here are my tips for making folks say “Wow look at that lawn”! Seed or Sod? Seeds are less expensive but not all the seeds will germinate, birds will peck away at the seeds and if not properly planted the […]
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Rosemary Herb Health Benefits
Rosemary Herb Health Benefits. There are several types of rosemary and all of them provide health benefits. The most common one is Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called Rosemary. It is an aromatic herb indigenous to the Mediterranean area. What is Rosemary? Rosemary is traditionally known as the herb of remembrance and friendship. According to many gardeners […]
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Bougainvillea flowering plant
The Bougainvillea for Outdoor Decor The Bougainvillea flowering plant is a spectacular summer-flowering plant. It thrives in hot climates; this makes it perfect for the southwest regions of the U.S. What it doesn’t like is freezing temperatures. If you live in areas below 32° Fahrenheit, you can still use the Bougainvillea. Read on for some […]
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Lavender Plants in The Garden
Lavender Plants in The Garden. These plants can be used as hedges or stand-alone plants. There are many types of Lavender that can be used in the garden. Lavenders will give off a strong aromatic scent. Below are some of the most common Lavenders. In places where the temperatures reach over 110° Fahrenheit during the […]
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Celosia Plant Care
Good looking colorful plant for spring color. Celosia plants in your garden.
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Colorful Container Garden Ideas
Easy Colorful Container Garden Ideas. Plants in a container are a little harder to maintain, and there are several reasons why this is so. However, there are advantages to having them in pots. Growing plants in containers is an exciting and rewarding way to bring nature into our homes and gardens. There are several advantages […]
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Coral Vine Plant
Coral Vine (Antigonon leptopus) The Coral Vine is a fast-growing flowering vine that performs exceptionally well in the Desert Southwest. Known for its vigorous growth and attractive pink flower clusters, this plant can quickly cover fences, trellises, arbors, pergolas, and other garden structures, adding color and charm to the landscape. Its heart-shaped green leaves provide […]
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Firecracker Plant Care and planting
They need lots of water during the first 2-3 years after initial planting however, it’s really a good plant for the Southwest region as it only needs moderate watering after the third year of growth. You should fertilize with a good all-purpose fertilizer during the early spring seasons
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The Bottlebrush Plant – Great Colorful Spring Brush
The Bottlebrush Plant (Callistemon spp.) This is a versatile plant that will produce dark red bottle brush-like blooms during the spring and into early summer. It is a drought-tolerant plant once it becomes established, usually after its third season in the ground. In colder regions, it will lose its foliage but will bounce back nicely […]
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The Wisteria Vine about this Vine
The Wisteria Vine. The most common is the Japanese purple Wisteria. A good woody vine that is well known for its hanging clusters of fragrant, violet-blue, flowers that bloom in spring. However, they only bloom during the spring seasons. But, some have been known to flower again during the fall season. How to make them […]
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