Paul Guzie
The Redbud Trees
Redbud Trees are small to medium-sized deciduous (leaves will drop winter) trees that bloom in early spring. The majority of them grow about 15-30 ft. tall which makes them a great candidate for a small backyard or patio. They produce small finger-like deep dark lavender blooms that will eventually turn into a heart-shaped leaf.
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How to Grow Star Jasmine Vine
How to Grow Star Jasmine Vine (Trachelospermum jasminoides). This vine will do well in the southwest providing you follow some of the recommendations outlined in this article. It is an exceptionally fast-growing evergreen vine that will do well in partial shade. It does not mind the hot southwest weather but it will do better in […]
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Poplar trees landscaping
Poplar trees for landscaping. Their botanical name is (Populus) or Cottonwood. They are fast-growing trees and require lots of water. They are in the Salicaceae or willow family and depending on how much water they receive they can grow up to 1-2 ft. per year. The bark on young Poplar trees is smooth, white to greenish […]
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Barberry Bush Care Guide for Southwest Landscapes
Barberry Bush Care Guide for Southwest Landscapes. The Japanese Barberry Bush (Berberis thunbergii) is a great little colorful plant that fits into almost any type of landscape design. Most Barberry plants will thrive in USDA Zones 4-9. Care of Barberry Bush The Barberry bush (Berberis) is a colorful, low-maintenance shrub known for its glossy burgundy to […]
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Growing Grape Vines at Home
Grapes love the American Southwest but there are some things to know before starting your own Grape Vines. Most grapevines tolerate poor soil but will do better with good loamy well-drained soils.
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Chilean Mesquite Tree
The Chilean Mesquite tree, also called a thornless Mesquite tree (Prosopis chilensis) does very well in the southwestern United States. It will grow to about 40 ft. tall and 40ft wide. It is a thornless mesquite tree and provides lots of good shade during the hot summer months. A very majestic-looking tree for home landscaping. […]
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The Podocarpus Hedge
The Podocarpus Hedge Plant (Podocarpus macrophyllus) is also called the African Fern Pine, Chinese Yew, and shrubby Yew. It is a great-looking upright evergreen plant that can be used as a patio tree or hedge. It does well in larger containers for that formal topiary look. It is grown and used for privacy screens, topiary […]
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How to build a small pond in your backyard
How to build a small pond in your backyard. In this article, I will show you how to build a small pond by your self and where to find the right tools and products you need to accomplish your pond building project. A little help from family and friends would be nice but not required. […]
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Plant Root Stimulator
What is “plant root stimulator”? Is it a vitamin for plants? Or is it just a type of fertilizer? So how does it work? Do I need to use it? Good questions? Your plants will have difficulty growing and thriving without a good root system. What is a Plant Root Stimulator? It works by stimulating […]
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Southwest landscaping plants
Who says we can’t have “Colorful shrubs and plants in the Southwest”? Here is a list of “Easy care southwest landscaping plants”. The Beautiful Cholla Cactus (Opuntia genus) You plant this cactus and forget about it. It blooms in mid-spring lasting till early summer. They come in bright pink shown below and a showy […]
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