Just because you want to put in a low-water garden doesn’t mean your yard will be lacking in style. In fact, quite the opposite! A water-wise yard can look simply stunning if done in the right way. Stick around for today’s look at low-water gardening ideas to refresh your yard–even in a dry climate! About […]
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Why Gravel Gardens Are the Next Big Thing
When you hear the term “gravel garden” you might think it strange. But really, a gravel garden is a water-wise space with drought-tolerant plants with gravel in between them. It doesn’t mean nothing but gravel — but it does all add up to anything but boring! Gravel gardens save water and maintenance, and best of […]
10 Different Gardening Styles
We’ve all probably grown up around simple gardens or maybe even attempting making our own. However, gardening can be more than just a plot of land with colorful flowers or some fruits and vegetables. You can give your garden an entire theme that will tie it all together. Here are 10 great garden styles that […]
13 Flowers for the Southwest Desert
1. Hummingbird Mint: smells like bubblegum and, as its name suggests, attracts hummingbirds Photo from Schmoker 2. Cleveland Sage: very aromatic, can be dried and burned as incense Photo from ASU 3. Popcorn Cassia: can grow up to 7-10 feet, smells like popcorn (although some say it smells more like peanut butter) Photo […]
9 Fabulous Xeriscape Ideas
To start off, let’s give you an idea about what “xeriscaping” means. “Xeros” is a Greek word that means “dry.” Xeriscape landscapes require less irrigation than traditional landscapes and therefore conserve water (and your money!). While especially popular in desert areas like Arizona and other parts of the Southwest, elements of xeriscaping can be incorporated […]