Unlock the Secret to Growing Vibrant Lavender in a Pot Are you having trouble growing lavender in your garden? I’ve been there too, and it’s frustrating. After doing extensive research and tests, I found that using pots can enhance their growth significantly – especially with the right soil mix of 70% compost and 30% horticultural…
Best Soil For Plumeria – Unlock Maximum Growth Potential Struggling to find the best soil for your plumeria plant? I’ve been there, and through personal experience and extensive research, I found that plumerias thrive in slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.8. Sandy loam soil, well – draining potting mix, and soil…
Pygmy Date Palm Problems: How To Diagnose And Prevent Are you worried about the declining health of your pygmy date palm? Trust me, I’ve been there. As a plant enthusiast faced with similar problems, I dug deep into understanding what’s causing my beloved palms distress – turns out its potassium deficiency. In this article, we’ll unpack…
Uncover the Secret to Growing Juicy Strawberries in Arizona Have you ever dreamt about growing your own fresh, juicy strawberries in the heart of Arizona? I know, it sounds like quite a challenge considering our intense sun and desert climate. Based on extensive research and my personal experience, I’ve discovered that with the right timing, conditions,…
Step-by-step Guide: How To Prune Overgrown Red Yucca Battling an overgrown red yucca can feel like a daunting task. As a gardener, I’ve faced this challenge too and discovered that these drought-hardy plants actually require minimal pruning throughout their lifetime. This comprehensive guide will provide you with easy-to-follow steps on how to prune your blooming beauty…
Cape Mallow (Anisodontea) Plant Care Cape mallow (Sidalcea malviflora) is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial that produces showy blooms from spring to fall. This hardy plant is native to the western United States and does best in full sun. Cape mallow can reach up to 4 feet in height and spread up to 3 feet wide.…
How To Grow Mealycup Sage (Salvia farinacea) If you’re looking for a plant to attract pollinators and add some color to your landscape, Mealycup Sage is a great option. This perennial salvia plant grows well in warm climates, but can also be grown as an annual in other zones. Here are some tips for growing…
How to Plant and Care for Red Yucca Red yucca plants (Hesperaloe parviflora) are tough, drought-tolerant plants that produce showy, reddish coral blooms from spring through midsummer. In warmer climates, plants may bloom year-round. Although red yucca isn’t a true yucca the leathery, arching leaves are very similar. However, the leaves have a more grass-like…
Does Lavender Grow Well In Arizona Yes, lavender does grow well in Arizona! Lavender plants like Arizona’s alkaline, sandy, and barely fertile soils. Choose full sun exposure when possible for optimal blooming. If you live in hotter areas such as Phoenix, Scottsdale, or Tucson that are in zones 9 and 10, try to place your…
Justicia Californica: How To Care For Chuparosa Plant Technically known as Justicia californica, Chuparosa is Indigenous to the arid rocky slopes and desert washes of southern Arizona. For best results plant in sandy soil and water occasionally. This drought tolerant plant needs little water and thrives in the heat of the desert Southwest. How To…