Outdoor Plants
Outdoor plants for the American Southwest.
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Wave Petunias for Color: plants for summer color
Wave Petunias for Color. One of the best types of petunias that will thrive and bloom from mid-spring until late fall in the desert Southwest is the wave Petunias. What makes these Petunias so special? Well, for one they will spread quickly and bloom throughout the summer months. You can plant them in the ground, […]
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Soil amendments for gardening
Soil amendments for gardening – Does gardening require soil amendments? Yes, it does. The soil in the Southwest is poor. We recommend Back to Earth Compost for planting trees, shrubs, and other larger outdoor-type plants. We recommend using it at about a half-and-half ratio. Half native soil and the other Back to Earth compost or […]
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Sod and Lawn tips for the Southwest
Sod and Lawn tips for the Southwest. Everyone wants a perfect looking lawn including myself. Here are my tips for making folks say “Wow look at that lawn”! Seed or Sod? Seeds are less expensive but not all the seeds will germinate, birds will peck away at the seeds and if not properly planted the […]
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Rosemary Herb Health Benefits
Rosemary Herb Health Benefits. There are several types of rosemary and all of them provide health benefits. The most common one is Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called Rosemary. It is an aromatic herb indigenous to the Mediterranean area. What is Rosemary? Rosemary is traditionally known as the herb of remembrance and friendship. According to many gardeners […]
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Bougainvillea flowering plant
The Bougainvillea for Outdoor Decor The Bougainvillea flowering plant is a spectacular summer flowering plant. It thrives in hot climates; this makes it perfect for the southwest regions of the U.S. What it doesn’t like is freezing temperatures. If you live in areas below 32° Fahrenheit, you can still use the Bougainvillea. Read on for […]
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Lavender Plants in The Garden
Lavender Plants in The Garden. These plants can be used as hedges or stand-alone plants. There are many types of Lavender that can be used in the garden. Lavenders will give off a strong aromatic scent. Below are some of the most common Lavenders. In places where the temperatures reach over 110° Fahrenheit during the […]
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Celosia Plant Care
Good looking colorful plant for spring color. Celosia plants in your garden.
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The Glory of Gardening Eat, Sleep, Plant
The Glory of Gardening: Eat, Sleep, Plant, Repeat More than a third of U.S. adults report insufficient sleep. In New Mexico alone 32.1% of the adult population report getting less than 7 hours sleep per night. Sleep deprivation is becoming an increasing problem in the modern world. Experts believe that the main causes of insufficient […]
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Colorful Container Garden Ideas
Easy Colorful Container Garden Ideas. Plants in a container are a little harder to maintain and there are several reasons why this is so. However, there are advantages to having them in pots. Growing plants in containers is an exciting and rewarding way to bring nature into our homes and gardens. There are several advantages […]
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Coral Vine Plant
The Coral Vine Plant – (Antigonon leptopus) Is a fast-growing vine that does well in the southwest part of the U.S. The leaves are heart-shaped and fast-growing twigs that can easily climb fences, trellis, and arbors. No matter where you live, the Coral Vine plant draws in a lively crowd of butterflies, bees, and birds. […]
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