Paul Guzman
Fruit Fig Trees
Fig Trees for your backyard landscape. Fruit Fig Trees. Did you know fruiting figs in the right conditions can live up to 200 years? The fig fruit will typically ripen from August to late October depending on the cultivar and climate. Most trees come in 5 Ga. containers. They are deciduous and do give […]
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How to Care for Chrysanthemums
How to Care for Chrysanthemums: Chrysanthemums, usually called mums, are an easy way to add fall color to a porch, patio, or flower bed. Their yellow, orange, purple, red, and white flowers look right at home as the seasons change. But here in Las Cruces, fall does not always arrive with cool weather. A flowering […]
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Texas Sage Bush Care (Southwest Gardens | Heat & Drought Tolerant)
Texas Sage (Leucophyllum spp.) is one of the most beloved shrubs for Southwest landscapes. Heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, and covered with purple blooms after rainfall, it’s ideal for Las Cruces, El Paso, and other desert regions. For more drought tolerant shrubs that thrive in desert gardens, see our full guide toBest Shrubs for Southwest Landscapes (Heat & […]
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Black Eyed Susan plant – Backyard landscaping
Black Eyed Susan plant(Rudbeckia hirta) for backyard landscaping. Also called yellow daisies and brown Betty plants. These are great plants for the summer season as they will bloom all summer. They will normally come back year after year, yes, they are considered a perennial. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are attracted to the yellow flower with […]
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Landscaping with Canna lilies
Landscaping with Canna lilies (Cannaceae). If you are looking for a tropical look in your garden then cannas are the plants to have they thrive in the summer heat and will produce flowers over and over again. We also have Canna lily images on this post to help you decide if these plants are right […]
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Evergreen shrubs and trees for the Southwest
Shrubs that stay green all year. Evergreen shrubs and trees for the Southwest. Evergreen shrubs and trees that thrive in the Southwest include options like Texas sage, juniper, and live oak. These plants are well-suited to handle the region’s intense sun, heat, and dry conditions. Many also provide year-round greenery, making them a popular choice […]
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Lily turf plants for landscape
What Is Lily Turf? Lily turf (Liriope muscari) is a tough, dependable evergreen perennial that is widely used as a ground cover and border plant throughout the Southwest and many other parts of the United States. Although it resembles an ornamental grass, it is actually a flowering perennial and not a true grass. You may […]
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5 Expert Gardening Tips
5 Expert Gardening Tips That Will Save Money As Well As Time 5 Expert Gardening Tips. Gardening is a great and healthy hobby, and if it is done right, it can also save you a lot of money. Many people complain that gardens require a lot of maintenance and they take up a lot of […]
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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 repel mosquitoes? Some people swear by these plants, claiming they’ve noticed real changes, while others say they don’t do much. I […]
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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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