I shared a couple of weeks ago that I was working on landscaping and hiding my AC & pool equipment. I’m almost done but I wanted to share some of my inspiration on how to create paths and…
Wondering which annual flowers can take the heat of an Arizona summer? Here are 10 flowers that love hot summers - and how to grow them.
Proven DIY container combinations of plants that will thrive during the heat of summer.
List of plants that grow well in Arizona full sun, as well as the best plants that grow in Arizona heat, Arizona summer, and Arizona's climate.
Many Hometalk members have recently posted about succulents, and Debra Lee Baldwin has a useful post on companion plants for them on her blog, Gardening Gone Wi…
Lantana flowers abundantly. Pruning Lantana is needed for good form & optimum flowering. Here's how to prune lantana to keep it looking good.
Learn to garden and grow organically in the low desert. Tips, tricks, and growing guides custom tailored to Zone 9.
Wondering which annual flowers can take the heat of an Arizona summer? Here are 10 flowers that love hot summers - and how to grow them.
Do You Have Container-Gardening Tips for Desert Gardeners? "I live in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona, so I have to garden in containers that can be moved when it gets hot...
This, my friends, is Grevillea 'Long John'. I'm very excited to introduce you to him because there is nothing about this plant not to love. It is waterwise, easy to grow, and a real show-off whether it is in flower or not. It gets about 8' tall, so plan on making it a focal point in your…
Imagine transforming your tiny outdoor space into a lush, peaceful retreat. The right small garden ideas can make even the most confined areas bloom with
This spectacular front yard is a beautiful marriage of colors, shapes, and textures. How not to be sensitive to the Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos), whose bright red colors are joyfully echoed by the Conebush (Leucadendron), a fascinating, dynamic, evergreen shrub that features a dense and heavy display of vivid red bracts in the cooler months?
Do you live in the heat of the Arizona desert, and aren't sure what flowers can cut it in the dry, scorching heat? Planting flowers in dry, arid, desert climates can be challenging, especially if you don't pick the right flowering plants. In this article, we take a look at 21 of our favorite flowers that can take the Arizona heat.
List of plants that grow well in Arizona full sun, as well as the best plants that grow in Arizona heat, Arizona summer, and Arizona's climate.
It is possible to have a productive garden in the summer heat. Here are the essentials to know for summer gardening in Arizona.
Lisianthus is a summer staple in my low desert Arizona garden. Learn how to grow lisianthus with these 10 tips.
Rich and Sara Combs of The Joshua Tree House have created a new vacation rental in Arizona filled with earthy tones and scenic views
Drought-tolerant garden plants should be used in areas affected by low rainfall. Check out some of the best plants, including aloe and fountain grass.
For natural pest control that also makes your yard prettier, introduce these plants that repel bugs and mosquitoes and take back your outdoor spaces.
Many types of vines grow well in Arizona, but knowing which one to plant and where to plant it can be tricky.
It’s true that many drought tolerant plants are easy to cultivate. There are many gorgeous shrubs, vines, flowers, and grasses that thrive in dry conditions. Drought resistant plants produce beautiful blooms, too.
I have had a hard time wrapping my head around the whole planting season here in Phoenix, which is mildly problematic because I have really been bitten by the garden bug. We’re preparing our soil for the new year planting (see, it’s confusing here, no?) and at FHE tonight we planted our seeds in cupsContinue Reading
Need a pretty flowering shade plant? Consider Mexican petunia, aka Ruellia simplex, an easy-care beauty that likes sun, too. Learn more on Gardener’s Path.
Discover the top 10 small trees perfect for Arizona backyards, including patio-friendly varieties. Enhance your outdoor space with these drought-resistant and heat-tolerant species, ideal for adding shade, color, and beauty to your desert landscape.
Proper watering is vital as it helps in cell production, blooming, and fruiting. Knowing how often you should water your cactus is essential
When I arrived at Cameron Paterson’s Toorak garden I was expecting to see something that was nice enough. I had seen a few pleasant pictures online, but you know, they don’t always
Above is the USDA Arizona map for planting and growing zones. The USDA zones were created to help gardeners understand what will grow best in their garden. Using the zone system will help gardeners in
So, for my birthday this past December, I asked my amazing hubby if we could build this little greenhouse that I saw on Pinterest. Shown above is the pic. I just love it & have been wanting it for about a year! Unfortunately, this particular one is made out of the country, and although it is made of metal, Derek assured me we could build something like it. YAY! Literally, he built on a couple of Saturdays, and here is the building progression of it documented in a couple of pictures. He drew up his own measurements, and although along the way we encountered a few problems, it did turn out rather wonderful! Here it is finished and ready for paint. You might notice that the doors seem to be a different color, and they are. I was trying a distressing technique but decided I didn't like it, so repainted the doors. The galvanized metal trays are awesome, and it took me quite a while to find something affordable that would work, but eventually I came upon a website that sells animal kennel trays or trays that go in the bottom of kennels. These were something like $30 each which was totally doable when compared to $200 ea that was what I could find on the hazmat websites I was originally looking at. I think these trays look rather marvelous. The glass was put in using clear epoxy. As we were putting in the last piece of glass, one of the long pointed side panels broke. It has taken a couple of weeks to get it back in as we kept forgetting to order it, but now that the glass is in, the interior is nice and warm. I intend to get an automatic vent opener for the top. This will automatically keep the top open when it gets too hot inside so the starts will not cook. Genius! And here is the final product. I am going to have to move it to get a better location for sun, but otherwise, I really LOVE it! I like the drawer because I can keep extra soil in it and extra pots as well. I really am lucky that my hubby is handy. His dad taught him well. This was the best birthday present ever!
Arizona Annual Flowers Planting Guide will help you decide which flower to plant, when to plant it, & whether to plant seeds or transplants.
