Outdoor Plants
Outdoor plants for the American Southwest.
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Types of Snapdragons: Best Varieties for Colorful Gardens
Did you know that there are many types of Snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus), which are among the most popular cool-season flowers. They are loved for their upright blooms, wide color range, and ability to thrive when many other plants struggle. Whether you’re planting in containers, borders, or garden beds, choosing the right types of snapdragons makes […]
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Plants to Grow in Each Season
Best Plants to Grow in Each Season for a Thriving Desert Garden
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Planting the Sotol Plant
If you want a stunning, low-maintenance focal point for your desert yard, the Sotol plant (Dasylirion wheeleri) is one of the best choices you can make. Native to New Mexico, Arizona, and northern Mexico, this hardy succulent thrives in arid climates and adds dramatic Southwest character to any xeriscape landscape.
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What are Nematodes
How to Remove Nematodes in the Soil (Naturally & Effectively) What are nematodes? Soil nematodes are microscopic roundworms—some are helpful, while others damage plant roots, causing stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and poor blooms or fruit. If your plants are suffering and you’re seeing root knots or swollen roots, you may be dealing with root-knot nematodes […]
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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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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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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 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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Top Three Southwest Garden Pests
Battling the Top Three Southwest Garden Pests Organically: Aphids, Spider Mites, and Whiteflies Top Three Southwest Garden Pests. For the past twenty years, I have been helping gardeners with their garden problems. Customers often stop me and ask, What are these tiny bugs on my plants? Most times, the culprits are pests like aphids, spider […]
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Best Vegetables to Plant in Autumn
Vegetables to Plant in Autumn (Desert Southwest Focus) Cool-Season Vegetables (Ideal for Fall) Vegetables to plant in autumn. These thrive as temperatures drop and offer harvests extending into winter: Leafy Greens: Lettuce, spinach, arugula, kale, mustard greens, Swiss chard — all cold-tolerant and well-suited for fall planting. Brassicas: Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, collards, Chinese […]
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