Perennials
The Podocarpus Hedge
The Podocarpus Hedge Plant (Podocarpus macrophyllus) is also called the African Fern Pine, Chinese Yew, and shrubby Yew. It is a great-looking upright evergreen plant that can be used as a patio tree or hedge. It does well in larger containers for that formal topiary look. It is grown and used for privacy screens, topiary […]
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Southwest landscaping plants
Who says we can’t have “Colorful shrubs and plants in the Southwest”? Here is a list of “Easy care southwest landscaping plants”. The Beautiful Cholla Cactus (Opuntia genus) You plant this cactus and forget about it. It blooms in mid-spring lasting till early summer. They come in bright pink shown below and a showy […]
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Care of Money Tree Plant
Care of Money Tree Plant (Bombacaceae) is Also called the Pachira aquatica. The care of the money tree plant. This plant is more of a bonsai-type houseplant. It will eventually grow to about 10ft. tall and the trunk is usually braided giving it that natural bonsai look. Where and how did this plant get its […]
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Shumard Red Oak information
Shumard Red Oak information (Quercus shumardii). Most Oak trees are slow to moderate growing the Shumard Red Oak is one of the faster-growing oak trees. Turns a brilliant red-orange during the fall seasons it will drop its leaves once the winter season arrives. Where to place the Shumard Red Oak? The Shumard Red Oak is a […]
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Rose Bush Problems
Rose Bush Problems. Roses are beautiful spring-blooming plants and they come in many colors and varieties. Hundreds of hybrids are being made every year. Here are a few common-sense solutions to problems with roses. Follow Label Instructions on Insecticides Be sure to follow all label instructions and local state regulations regarding insecticides. Rosebush’s problems can […]
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Turk’s Cap Plant
Turk’s Cap Plant (Malvaviscus arboreus) also called the wax plant, Texas mallow, and red mallow. This is one shrub that grows really fast and grows about 6-7 ft. tall and about 4-5 ft wide. It is a hardy shrub that can tolerate the hot southwest sun or the cold 20-18° degree cold weather. If you are […]
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The Live Oak Tree
The Live Oak Tree – Botanical name: Quercus virginian. The live oak tree is a good shade and ornamental tree. It will eventually grow to about ft 70ft. high and about 100 ft wide at about 30-40 years of age. This tree is an evergreen in the southwest. However, it does like to shed its […]
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Viburnum Tinus Shrub
Viburnum Tinus Shrub or Viburnum tinus ‘Compactum’is a handsome evergreen plant that does well in the Southwest. Most Viburnums cannot tolerate the hot summer southwest heat. But this one will! The “Spring Bouquet Plant”. A good looking evergreen shrub with dark green foliage and fragrant, light pinkish-white spring flowers right around early springtime. I really […]
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Best Air Purifier Plants – Clean the air in your home
Best Air Purifier Plants. Indoor pollution is a big problem in the U.S. There are environmental hazards everywhere, from hydrocarbons to polyurethane. These chemicals are found in homes, offices, automobiles, and in the Earth’s atmosphere! There are also glues, paints, varnishes, and many more harmful toxins; too many for me to list here. Plants to […]
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Purple Heart Plant
The Purple Heart Plant (Tradescantia pallida). A great looking succulent that retains its leaves throughout the summer and fall seasons. It is a vigorous plant that spreads quickly and is considered a ground cover. The stems are thick and contain mostly water. Purple Heart Plant Thick purple leaves and stems with a bright small pink […]
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