Xeriscaping
The Mesquite Tree
In its natural habitat, it is a desert bush that needs little water and tolerates poor soils. It will lose its leaves in winter (deciduous) but will always bounce back right after the last freeze.
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The Gazania Plant Growth
The Gazania Plant Growth. I love Gazania’s because these plants are great for a full hot sunny area but they can also tolerate shady conditions. Also, called the African Daisy, and the treasure flower. They are moderate watering plants and are considered perennials however, it gets too cold they will die out during the winter […]
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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 this Palm Tree? Their cold […]
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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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The Emu Bush
The Emu bush is in the Figwort family (Eremophila plant). It’s often called the Valentine bush because of its vibrant pink flowers. It thrives in the dry, hot desert southwest, making it a favorite for xeriscaping. This hardy plant tolerates extreme heat and requires little water, fitting well with the region’s climate. It can tolerate […]
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Purple Verbena Plants
Purple Verbena Plants are beautiful cascading purple flowers great for Xeriscaping landscapes. This really nice-looking desert plant will do well in rock gardens or places where there is lots of hot sun. There are numerous types of Verbena plants and the one pictured above is the trailing variety. How big do Purple Verbena Plants Grow? […]
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Small Desert Plants
Small Desert Plants for the southwest. These small cactus plants are great for a small Xeriscape landscape design. Most will require little water and will tolerate full hot sun…perfect for those small hot places that are bare.
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How to grow Russian sage
How to grow Russian sage, also known as Perovskia atriplicifolia, isn’t too hard if you know what it needs. This hardy plant loves sunny spots and well-drained soil. It’s perfect if you don’t want to spend a lot of time watering or fussing. Once it’s established, it can handle dry conditions like a pro. Make […]
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The Arborvitae tree
The Arborvitae tree is a beautiful lime green conifer tree. Pictured above is the Golden Dwarf Arborvitae a compact dwarf evergreen shrub. With a pointed globe that rarely needs pruning. It is a bright golden yellow foliage that develops into a rich bronze color in winter. Plant them in pairs or groups in borders, informal rows excellent choice […]
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Wichita Blue Juniper
Wichita Blue Juniper (Juniperus scopulorum). An evergreen conifer that does very well around the Southwest. It is drought-tolerant and requires very little maintenance. It does not produce berries or cones which means very little maintenance or pruning.
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