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Fall Gardening in the Southwest

🍂 Fall Gardening in the Southwest: What to Plant, Prune, and Prepare Fall Gardening in the Southwest is one of the best times to garden. After months of intense summer heat, the cooler temperatures bring welcome relief to both plants and gardeners. The soil stays warm well into autumn, allowing newly planted trees, shrubs, and […]

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The Blue Glow Agave

The Blue Glow Agave

🌵 Blue Glow Agave: A Stunning Accent for Southwest Xeriscapes The Blue Glow Agave always amazes me whenever I see it in someone’s landscape. It is a dwarf Agave, but it looks great in a Xeriscape design. See the Image below. 🌞 The Beauty of the Blue Glow Agave The Blue Glow Agave (Agave ‘Blue […]

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Fall Color Plants

How to Add Fall Color

How to Add Fall Color Without High Water Use How to add fall color. Discover vibrant drought-tolerant plants that add brilliant fall color to your Las Cruces or El Paso landscape. Learn xeriscape design tips to keep your yard colorful and water-wise this autumn. Introduction Fall in the desert Southwest doesn’t have to mean dull […]

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White Dutch Clover as a Lawn

White Dutch Clover as a Lawn

White Dutch Clover: A Smart Lawn Alternative for the Southwest Eco-Friendly and Water-Wise White Dutch Clover as a lawn. If you’re looking for a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant lawn alternative for the Southwest, White Dutch Clover (Trifolium repens) is a top choice. Once considered a common weed, this hardy perennial is now appreciated for its lush green […]

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Pet safe indoor plants

Pet Safe Indoor Plants for Southwest Homes

Pet Safe Indoor Plants for Southwest Homes Pet safe indoor plants. If you share your home with cats or dogs, you know how curious they can be—especially around plants! Many popular houseplants look beautiful but contain toxins that can make pets sick. The good news: there are plenty of pet-safe plants that are attractive, easy […]

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Indoor plants that are toxic to pets

Indoor plants that are toxic to pets

Common Indoor Plants That Are Poisonous to Cats and Dogs Indoor plants that are toxic to pets. Houseplants bring life, beauty, and cleaner air into our homes — but some popular indoor varieties can be toxic to cats and dogs. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, knowing which plants are harmful can help […]

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Snake Plant Blooming

How to Make Snake Plants Bloom

How to Make Snake Plants Bloom Indoors Did you know snake plants will bloom? It was surprising to me when I first saw one bloom. The snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata)—also known as mother-in-law’s tongue—is one of the most popular and forgiving houseplants you can grow. It thrives on neglect, tolerates low light, and cleans the […]

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Do not prune trees in fall

Why You Shouldn’t Prune Trees in the Fall

🍂 Why You Shouldn’t Prune Trees in the Fall — and How Trees Heal Naturally When fall arrives, it’s tempting to grab the pruning shears and tidy up your yard. Cooler days and dropping leaves make it seem like the perfect time — but fall pruning can do more harm than good, especially for trees […]

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How to make orchids rebloom.

How to Make Orchid Plants Bloom Again

How to Make Orchid Plants Bloom Again: A Complete Guide Introduction How to make orchid plants bloom again. Orchids are beloved for their elegant, long-lasting blooms. But what do you do when the flowers fade and your orchid seems dormant? The good news: most orchid species can rebloom—if given the right care. In this post, […]

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How to care for iimpatiens

How to care for impatiens

How to care for impatiens How to care for impatiens. Whether you’re creating a cozy outdoor retreat or brightening up a shaded corner, impatiens can bring. How to care for Impatiens on a patio. Impatiens are one of the most popular patio flowers thanks to their vibrant colors, lush foliage, and ability to thrive in […]

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