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 and dry conditions. When choosing decorative imports, consider weather factors and high light exposure. The local soil must also be taken into account. The soil is very deep but poorly drained, often consisting of silt, clay or silt.
Gardening can be difficult in areas with low ambient humidity or rainfall. Such conditions define the American Southwest. The Great Basin, Sonoran, Chihuahua, and Mojave deserts are the four deserts. These areas are very dry but the rainy season is short. Plants must be able to tolerate such dry and hot conditions. Arizona native shrubs and other plants in the area adapt better to natural weather patterns and will grow faster than imported plants. They will also be able to control local pests and diseases.
A selection of southwestern desert shrubs
In this region, it is best to choose plants that can withstand subtropical conditions. These types of plants will need water to establish themselves, but can tolerate periods of drought afterwards. Aboriginal use provides such tolerance, while attracting and encouraging native insects and plants. It is also part of sustainable landscaping that requires less fertilizer and water. In addition, plants should be grouped according to their needs. A specimen that requires a lot of moisture should not be placed as existing plants prefer drier conditions.
Flowering shrubs of Arizona
Purchasing flowering plants adds life to the landscape. Although Arizona flowering shrubs are suitable for most parts of the state, they may also be suitable for other areas of the Southwest.
- Butterfly bush.
- forsythia
- Rock spirea
- Rose Sharon
- Siberian bush pea.
- twinberry
- honeysuckle
- Cinquefuel
- Firethorn
- Currant wax
- New Mexican locust
- common snow
- Viburnum fragrant
- European cranberry shrub.
- purple
Plants like serviceberry are native to the West and can be used throughout the region. Serviceberry will produce white flowers, which are then eaten by birds.
Bushes of Utah and Colorado
Before choosing plants, consider their mature size. Tall plants should be avoided around windows to prevent obstruction of vision. Also check the hardiness of any non-native plants to ensure their survival. Plants in Colorado and Utah can also handle higher altitudes.
- Manzanita
- Century Factory
- cyanothus
- dogwood
- Cherry chalk
- wax flower
- elderberry
- private
- Mahonia
- Smith Buckthorn
- sumac
- Smoked bush.
- Cottonister
- Scotch broom
- buffalo
- False indigo
- Turpentine bush.
- Burning Bush
- Apache Column
- Thimblyberry
- wax flower
- Ocotillo
- creosote bush.
- sage brush
Bushes of New Mexico and Texas
The majority of the following shrubs will thrive in New Mexico, but a few additional varieties will also do beautifully. Barberry comes in a variety of shapes and sizes but beware of the labels. Cherry sage is a showy, medium-sized shrub that produces showy flowers and fragrant leaves. Texas purple sage, a native, evergreen plant with bright purple to pink flowers. Deep violet blooms adorn the blue haze, while ferns dance with numerous clusters of white flowers. Imported ornamental varieties can also be used in landscaping, provided they are located near a water source and their cultivation requirements are commensurate with the soil.