Outdoor Plants
Outdoor plants for the American Southwest.
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Dusty Miller Plant Care: Silver Ragwort
The Dusty Miller Plant Care (Jacobaea Maritima). People also call it the Silver Ragwort plant. The first time I spotted it, I honestly thought it was just another stubborn weed popping up in the yard. Its pale, silvery leaves looked so different from everything else around, it really didn’t seem like a plant you’d want […]
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Chinese Pistache Trees Southwest
The Chinese Pistache tree (non-bearing) is Probably one of the hardiest trees to plant in and around the Southwest. It is a small to medium-sized ornamental tree and of course, it is native to China.
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The Monkey Plant Care
The Monkey Plant Care. What exactly is this plant? Well, first of all, it is a carnivorous plant meaning it eats insects and small reptiles. The scientific name is Nepenthes and it has many names the most common is the Pitcher plant because it resembles a pitcher vase or container. How to Care for the […]
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What is fertilizer
Is it important to fertilize? What is fertilizer? Not exactly, but fertilizing matters, especially in the Southwest or dry regions with little rainfall. Plants in these areas often need extra nutrients since natural elements like rain don’t always replenish the soil. Without proper fertilization, it’s harder for plants to grow healthy and strong in such […]
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Planting Violas
Planting Violas (Violaceae family) in the southwest is a bit challenging. These colorful plants love the sun during the spring seasons and fall. However, once the scorching summer heat arrives it’s best to place them in shade. But if you plant them in your garden beds it is important to remove weeds and other debris. […]
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Preparing your garden for fall
Preparing your garden for fall Preparing your garden for fall. Ahhh, fall! With the changing colors, the bright, sunny days, and the cool, crisp nights, autumn is the perfect time to work in the garden. After a hot summer, the still-warm soil protects the root systems of new plantings, helps divided perennials survive the cut, […]
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Ajuga Reptans Plants
What are Ajuga Reptans plants? They go by other names mainly Bugleweed, Carpet Bugle, Carpet weed, and ground pine. These plants are low-growing, easy-to-maintain plants and are used for ground cover in gardens, landscapes, or containers. They are mostly used and grown for their attractive foliage colors. Most gardeners use them in pots for filler […]
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New Mexico Privet
The New Mexico Privet (Forestiera Pubescens) is a good looking multi-trunk shrub and it can also be used as a small ornamental tree. It is easy to grow in and around the Southwest area especially in New Mexico thus its name. It’s a deciduous tree, meaning it will shed all its leaves during the colder […]
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Carolina Laurel Tree Care
The Carolina Laurel Tree in the Southwest( ‘Bright ‘N Tight’ Carolina Cherry Laurel ) is an excellent tree for the patio or small backyard. They look great in the Southwest, provided they are given lots of water during the first 3-4 years after initial planting. They are considered a water-loving tree around the Southwest, and rightly […]
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Gaura Plant Care
Gaura plant care for Southwest landscaping. Gauras (Lindheimeri) are great perennial spiky plants that seem to bloom forever from about late spring until early fall. They are considered herbaceous perennials, and depending on the variety, they will grow from 2 ft. and up to 4 ft. tall and wide. What Are Gaura Plants? Gaura plants, […]
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