Southwest Regional Reports
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Southwest Regional ReportsGrowing and Designing with Bearded Irises in the Southwest
A garden without bearded irises (Iris germanica) just seems to be missing something. Yes, they are common, ubiquitous, old-fashioned. With a limited flowering season, they flash intensely and then they…
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Southwest Regional Reports6 Must-Have Succulents
Creating a sense of place has been a recurring garden theme for years now, and it lends authenticity to any setting, especially here in the Southwest. For me, nothing does…
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Southwest Regional ReportsHow to Grow Tomatoes in Pots or Containers
Growing tomatoes in containers can yield great results. Container life can also help gardeners overcome some of the challenging conditions of the Southwest, such as low-fertility soils. However, not all…
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Southwest Regional ReportsMaking Sustainable Xeriscapes Easier in the Southwest
The concept of xeriscaping is nothing new. People in drier parts of the world have always taken inventive steps to stretch their resources, through water storage, crop selection, structural design,…
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Southwest Regional ReportsGet to Know the Genus Eucalyptus—Grow the Best Variety for You
I feel bad for the genus Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp. and cvs., Zones 8–11). So misunderstood and generally shunned in polite plant society, just because of the misdeeds of a few…
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Southwest Regional Reports3 Designer Secrets for Using Color to Make Your Garden Great
Color is a powerful tool. By using it skillfully, you can make any size outdoor space visually impactful. Color can also be used to ensure our landscapes are more comfortable…
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Southwest Regional ReportsLawn Replacements for the Southwest
With growing interest in waterwise gardening and water conservation, homeowners are looking for alternatives to water-hogging lawns, which are not always necessary or practical. Turfgrass can often be replaced by…
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Southwest Regional ReportsNative Plants for Summer Interest in the Southwest
‘Pink Preference’ autumn sage Salvia greggii ‘Pink Preference’ Zones: 6–10 Size: 2 to 3 feet tall and wide Conditions: Full sun to partial shade; dry, well-drained soil Native range: Texas,…
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Southwest Regional ReportsTips and Tricks for Growing Bougainvillea
Mention bougainvillea to almost anyone, and their first images may be of sun-drenched stucco walls festooned in the neon colors of the tropics. From beachside to desert to lush tropics,…
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Southwest Regional ReportsFlowering Perennials for Full Summer Sun
Spring and early summer are lush with blooms, but the height of summer sends many perennials into a period of rest as they wait for cooler days to return. That’s where…
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