Even in regions with mild winters, there are September gardening tasks to prepare you for the next full growing season. The southwest region includes Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado, although some have expanded the classification to include Nevada. Either way, these…Read More »
Southwest gardening is beautiful in October. Summer is slowly disappearing, the days are shorter and more comfortable, and it’s the perfect time to be outside. Take this opportunity to take care of your October garden chores. What should I do in October…Read More »
The Southwest Garden is still vibrant and full of gardening activities for the month of November. At higher elevations, frost has probably already struck, while at lower elevations frost is imminent, which means it’s time to harvest the last crops and start…Read More »
Landscapes in the Southwest provide the gardener with many options. Native plants are ideal because they adapt to warm temperatures year-round and low rainfall. New Mexico’s wild shrubs would be an excellent choice for landscaping because they are used to bright sun…Read More »
Landscapes in the Southwest provide the gardener with many options. Native plants are ideal because they adapt to warm temperatures year-round and low rainfall. New Mexico’s wild shrubs would be an excellent choice for landscaping because they are used to bright sun…Read More »
In addition to winter interest and year-round color, conifers can serve as a privacy screen, providing habitat for wildlife and providing protection from strong winds. Recognized for the cones they produce and their needle-like leaves, many conifers prefer the cultural conditions of…Read More »
Landscaping with native plants is becoming increasingly important as more people are looking for sustainability as well as low maintenance, wildlife friendly plants. The native flora is well adapted to the climate and soil and provides food and nesting sites for the…Read More »
If you’re looking for an interesting, yet low-maintenance plant option for your landscape in the southern United States, look no further than ornamental grasses. Ornamental grasses are a great choice for Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and other southern states because they mimic the…Read More »
Garden bugs can make ornamental and edible garden chores short. Therefore, it is wise to know the real culprits and how to reduce or eliminate their effects. In this part of the south—Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi—many insects feed on leaves,…Read More »
The choice of southern perennials for the home garden can be influenced by several factors. Chief among them are the specific growth requirements of each species. Selecting plants that are able to bloom after the season can be challenging, especially for those…Read More »