Don’t Miss These Books! “The Art of Southwest Landscaping” and “Design Build & Bloom” By Dawn Fried, Vice President at Horticulture Unlimited
The Art of Southwest Landscaping is the second in a series on landscaping in the desert regions of the Southwest. It is dedicated to the wide variety of delightful desert […]
Protecting Desert Plants in Below-Freezing Temperatures
Although Tucson homeowners don’t have to worry about the impact of below-freezing temperatures as much as people in some other parts of the country, even the desert can get cold, […]
Principles of Landscape Design
Landscape design presents unique challenges. After all, when you design a room, the pieces stay static, but in landscaping, the elements of the design are constantly changing. Plants grow, environmental […]
Symptoms of a Faulty Irrigation System
A problem with your irrigation system can be a disaster for your landscaping. Irrigation issues can also drive up your water bill and lead to a significant amount of water […]
Stetsonia coryne is the Plant of the Month!
Stetsonia coryne, Argentine toothpick cactus, Toothpick cactus, cactus The distinctive, night-blooming cactus grows thirty feet tall and ten to fifteen feet wide. Its columnar, grayish-green stems are approximately four inches […]
Could You Have an Aphid Infestation?
Aphids are found throughout Arizona, and in most other agricultural zones. These hardy insects are tiny, but they can inflict a lot of damage on your landscape and garden. Since […]
Types of Ground Covers to Consider for Your Landscape
Ground cover is the basis for any type of landscaping design. It provides color and vibrancy to your outdoor area while protecting your soil and helping it retain its nutrients. […]
Agave americana is the Plant of the Month!
Agave americana var. medio-picta f. alba, White striped century plant, desert accent plant This striking agave with its creamy, whitish-yellow, central leaf color and bluish-gray margins grows three to four feet tall. […]
Yucca Aloifolia is the Plant of the Month!
*Yucca aloifolia, Spanish bayonet, desert accent plant The erect, upright plant grows ten to twenty feet tall with a five-foot or greater spread, and is admired for its showy, creamy […]
Agave Blue Glow is the Plant of the Month!
Agave ‘Blue Glow’, Blue glow agave Blue Glow is a hybrid that produces a glow-like appearance in bright sunlight. It grows two feet tall and wide, forming a single rosette […]