Paul Guzie

Texas Mountain Laurel Evergreen Tree

The Texas Mountain Laurel Tree

They grow up to 15-maybe 20 ft. tall and about 15 ft. wide.  It loves full sun and thrives in and around the southwest.  It is a moderate water tree once it becomes established. Typically, after the third year of planting. The pods, flowers, stems, and bark are highly toxic.

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Desert Evergreen Shrubs

The Desert Southwest does not need to be all cactus. Here is a list of plants That will stay evergreen year round.

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Desert Plants Names and Pictures

Desert Plants Names and Pictures

Desert Plant Names with Pictures and Descriptions. Desert Landscape Design or Xeriscape.

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Early Blooming Trees and Plants

Early blooming trees and plants in New Mexico include varieties like desert willow, redbud, and apricot trees. These typically begin flowering during late winter or early spring, brightening the landscape after colder months. Native plants such as sand verbena and globemallow may also start showing their blooms early, depending on rainfall and temperature patterns. Factors […]

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Best pots for indoor plants

Best pots for indoor plants

Best pots for indoor plants.  Indoor pottery will come in a wide range of colors, materials, and sizes. Choosing the Best Pots for Indoor Plants Terra-Cotta Clay Pots These types of pots are unglazed and are made of clay.   They are fired up at temperatures of more than 1500 F.  They are porous which means […]

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Care of Redbud Trees

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 Landscapine

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

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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