Perennials
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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Types of Hyssop Flower
Types of Hyssop Flowers (agastache spp) Types of Hyssop Flower (Agastache Cana) – This great little plant will grow to about 15″ tall and about 18″ wide. It is a prolific bloomer from about late summer to late fall in and around the southwest. This variety is a showy lavender rose-colored flower. It is an […]
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The Wax Leaf Privet
The Wax Leaf Privet (Ligustrum japonicum) thrives in Southwest climates, making it a reliable choice for year-round greenery. This hardy perennial stays lush and vibrant through all seasons, maintaining its rich, dark green, glossy leaves. It typically reaches a height of 8 to 10 feet and spreads about 5 feet wide, creating a compact yet […]
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Care of Euonymus Plants
Care of Euonymus Plants pronounced – Euony-mus. These are great fast-growing evergreen shrubs that do well almost anywhere. In the Southwest, they will thrive providing you give them nourishment and water often the first 2-3 years after initial planting. They are drought-tolerant plants once they are well established and can withstand the harsh mid-summer heat. […]
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How to grow Plumbago Plants
How to grow Plumbago Plants. Below is the Royal Cape Plumbago (Plumbagoo auriculatla ‘Monott’) In the Southwest this plant will bloom from early spring to mid-fall. A very hardy plant with a bright showy blue flower. This is a perfect plant that can be used for contrasting color to other plants that give out red, […]
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The Pindo Palm Tree
The Pindo Palm Tree (Butia capitata). Is a great Palm tree for the Southwest especially in places where temps get below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. It will grow to about 20 ft. tall or so. Much shorter than other palms like the Mediterranean, Mexican, and California palm trees. How Cold Hardy is the Pindo Palm Tree? Their […]
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Types of Plants that Attract Butterflies
Types of Plants That Attract Butterflies to Our Gardens. We all know flowers come in many shapes and colors. But if we want to see more butterflies, we should pick plants that really catch their eye. Butterflies seem to love flowers with bright petals and a sweet scent. Some types are just better at drawing […]
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Mexican Primrose Plant
The Mexican Primrose plant is also called Texas Primrose, Evening Primrose, and its botanical name Oenothera Berlandieri. It can grow in poor soil but will do better with composted loamy soil. It is considered a low-water plant but can also take lots of water. Tolerates full sun but will bloom longer if placed in morning […]
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