A Lilac for the Desert? Another Great Lesser-Known Plant to Try
Arizona garden, California desert garden, desert gardening, Las Vegas gardening, Vines
Purple lilac vine
Discovering the Beauty of the Purple Lilac Vine (Hardenbergia violacea)
In the midst of a colorless winter garden, a burst of vibrant beauty can be a delightful surprise. Explore the wonders of this wonderful purple…
Early Morning Birding Exploration
Arizona garden, AZ Plant Lady, az plant lady family, desert, Desert Animals, desert gardening, Hummingbird Gardening, Shrubs, Southwest garden, Trees
I have picked up a new hobby, which was a bit accidental - birding!
As a horticulturist, birds go along with gardening, and I've always enjoyed them. One of my most requested speaking topics is about gardening for birds. However, I have…
The Best Pumpkin Bread Recipe You’ve Ever Tasted
Baking
A Family Pumpkin Bread Recipe with a Garden Twist
I realize you are likely to find useful desert gardening info on my website, but what you may not know is that I love spending time in my kitchen and this Pumpkin Bread Recipe is to-die-for.
So,…
Fall in the Desert Garden
Arizona garden, AZ Plant Lady, desert gardening, Fall Blooming Plants, Ground Covers, Landscape Design, Shrubs, Southwest garden
Embracing the Desert Garden in Fall
Fall is my favorite time of year in the desert garden for two main reasons.
First, fall signals the beginning of the holiday season. And yes, I am one of those people who decorate for Christmas…
Got Dead Plants?
Arizona garden, California desert garden, desert gardening, Landscape Problems, Las Vegas gardening, Shrubs, Southwest garden
Understanding the Mystery of Dead Plants
I'm pretty sure I know the answer to the dead plant mystery.
We have all likely experienced the death of a plant in our garden, and even though I am a horticulturist, I'm not immune.
Sometimes,…
Why Plant Names are Confusing
Arizona garden, AZ Plant Lady, California desert garden, desert gardening, Hummingbird Gardening, Las Vegas gardening
The Common Name Conundrum
Isn't this a pretty shrub?
I saw this flowering beauty at a client's home.
Now, when you see a plant that you like in a friend or neighbor's yard, you probably ask them what it's called.
My client…
Mishaps in the Garden
desert gardening, Landscape Problems, Trees
Mishaps in the Garden: Dealing with Unexpected Plant Problems
The Unpredictable Nature of Gardening
In a perfect world, everything runs smoothly with no unexpected problems, and while you may not know what the future holds, it's always…
Got Heat-Stressed Plants?
Agave, Arizona garden, AZ Plant Lady, Cactus/Succulents, California desert garden, desert gardening, Drought Tolerant, Fuss Free Plant, Landscape Design, Las Vegas gardening, New Mexico garden, Southwest garden, Southwest Texas garden, Succulent Gardening
Do you enjoy the summer heat?
I'm going record to state that I'm not a huge fan. I prefer to endure the intense heat indoors in the comfort of air-conditioning.
However, the plants in my garden don't have that option. They are stuck…
Summer Hibernation Mode; What it is All About
Arizona garden, AZ Plant Lady, California desert garden, desert gardening, Ground Covers, Landscape Problems, Las Vegas gardening, Nevada garden, New Mexico garden, Road Trip, Shrubs, Southwest garden, Southwest Texas garden
The dog days of summer...
By the time midpoint of summer heat arrives, I am firmly in 'summer hibernation' mode. I have past all the garden needs in hot early summer and moved on to trying to find a cool spot with a nice glass of lemonade.
Why…
Desert Adapted Plants Thriving in the Heat
Arizona garden, Cactus/Succulents, California desert garden, desert gardening, Fuss Free Plant, Ground Covers, Landscape Design, Landscape Problems, Las Vegas gardening, Nevada garden, New Mexico garden, Perennial, Southwest garden, Southwest Texas garden, Succulent Gardening, Sustainable Landscape
Embracing the Desert Heat: Landscaping with Desert-Adapted Plants
Surviving the Summer Scorch with Desert Adapted Plants
Let's face it...summer can be brutal.
I tend to spend as little time outdoors as possible when temperatures…