Perennials
Mexican Heather Plant
The Mexican Heather Plant – Cuphea hyssopifolia. Also called false heather. A small plant that will bloom in mid-summer until fall. A very hardy plant that produces small but profuse flowers even in the Southwest heat. Mexican Heather plants will go dormant when temperatures dip below 32° degrees Fahrenheit. But will bounce back after the […]
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The Hardy Hibiscus Plant
The Hardy Hibiscus Plant (Hibiscus moscheutos) Also called Rose Mallow and Swamp mallow. The hummingbirds love this plant! It loves to be in water but once established it will become drought tolerant. Care of the Hardy Hibiscus Plant The hardy hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos) thrives with the right care. Do you have a sunny spot? That’s […]
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Roses for the Southwest
Roses for the southwest. How do you care for them? It is a bit tricky, especially in the Southwest where temperatures can get as high as 115 or more during the mid-summer seasons. But the good news is that it is not as hard as some people may believe. In the Southwest, there are 6 […]
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Abelia Plants Moderate Water
Abelia Plants moderate water (Abelia x grandiflora). A great plant for the Southwest as they are evergreen and will flower throughout the summer months. They are moderate watering shrubs once they become established. The foliage will change colors as the seasons go by. In mid-winter, the leaves will turn a light burgundy color. The […]
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Best practices watering your garden
This article is by – Matthew James If you want your garden to thrive and grow strong and healthy plants, it is important to know all the important tips and tricks. One of the most important aspects of gardening is, of course, watering. Find out about the best practices for watering your garden, and make sure […]
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Spanish Broom Plant
The Spanish Broom Plant will do well in Xeriscape landscaping yards or landscapes that need low-water, maintenance-free shrubs. The bright yellow blooms will last about 3-4 weeks in early summer. After that, it is a green plant. Many landscapers will trim back this plant after it is done blooming.
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Penstemon plants landscape color
Penstemon plants for landscape color. They will bloom from early spring until mid-fall with the majority of flowers showing up all spring long. They tolerate sandy soils which makes them perfect for the southwest. These plants are also called “Beardtongues“. They are deciduous and the flowers can be used as a floral arrangement. Where to […]
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Difference Between Bird of Paradise Plants
There are many Bird of Paradise plants that grow around the Southwest. Learn how to know the difference.
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Pyracantha Varieties
Pyracantha varieties are quite versatile and interesting plants. When considering the nature of the pyracantha plant, one might wonder whether it is classified as a vine or a shrub. The truth is that it can be both. Pyracantha can be trained into a large, bushy shrub that can stand alone as a focal point in […]
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The Butterfly Bush
The Butterfly Bush. (Buddleia davidii). They like full sun or partial shade and lots of water for the first 2 years or so and are considered a perennial in the southwest. These beautiful plants have long spiky-like blooms and will grow in almost any soil but will do and look better with good organic compost. […]
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