Tree Landscaping
The Italian Cypress tree
This tree is a conifer meaning evergreen foliage it will grow up to 80 ft. tall and about 3-4 ft. wide. I’ve seen this tree in many landscaping scenes from new homes to state and city landscapes. But oftentimes newly planted ones will die due to improper care.
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The difference between palm trees
What is the difference between palm trees? Palm trees are in the Plantae Arecaceae family and will do great in warm and tropical areas of the U.S. They are drought-tolerant once they become established. But, the cold hardiness varies among the thousands of types of palms. This post will describe the most common Palm trees […]
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The Care of Live Christmas Trees
The Care of Live Christmas Trees. What exactly is a Live Christmas Tree? Well, It is a live evergreen conifer tree that you can use to decorate for the Christmas season. The root system is encased in a burlap sack and sometimes this balled-up sack is reinforced with chicken wire. The majority of these trees […]
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Fall Colors in the Southwest
Fall Colors in the Southwest USA. I know it doesn’t seem like it with the high temps and humidity, but it is a wonderful time of the year. One may envision single leaves zig-zagging down in various shades of yellows, oranges, reds, and all other hues in between. Of course, we may be thinking of […]
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Fruit Fig Trees
Fig Trees for your backyard landscape. Fruit Fig Trees. Did you know fruiting figs in the right conditions can live up to 200 years? The fig fruit will typically ripen from August to late October depending on the cultivar and climate. Most trees come in 5 Ga. containers. They are deciduous and do give […]
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Evergreen shrubs and trees for the Southwest
Shrubs that stay green all year. Evergreen shrubs and trees for the Southwest. Evergreen shrubs and trees that thrive in the Southwest include options like Texas sage, juniper, and live oak. These plants are well-suited to handle the region’s intense sun, heat, and dry conditions. Many also provide year-round greenery, making them a popular choice […]
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Landscaping with Crape Myrtles
Learn how to grow and care for Crape Myrtles in and around the American Southwest.
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How to keep birds away from fruit trees
How to keep birds away from fruit trees. Before we get ahead and find the right way to keep birds away from your fruit trees it is important to note that it is illegal to kill most migratory birds. Except for pigeons, house sparrows, and European starlings. Each state has its laws and, it’s important […]
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Block neighbors view of my yard
There are numerous large shrubs and trees that will help you block your neighbor’s view. Most garden nursery stores will have these plants, but they are typically small to medium-sized plants. If you are looking for super large almost full-grown plants, you might have to call your local landscapers.
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The Golden Rain Tree
The Golden Rain Tree. (Koelreuteria paniculata) A good looking small to medium-sized shade/ornamental tree. It will grow about 30-40 tall and wide. It is considered an invasive tree species in places where there is lots of rain and moisture. It produces lots of seed pods that are spread out during the fall season thus its […]
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