Southwest Regional Reports
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Southwest Regional ReportsWinter Nectar Plants for Hummingbirds in the Southwest
There’s something magical about a garden graced with hummingbirds. As they dart between flowers and zip by at impossible speeds, they’re letting you know you’ve done something right. The Southwest,…
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Southwest Regional ReportsPlants With Purple Flowers for the Southwest
Texas sage is one of the most distinctive native shrubs in the Southwest, blooming periodically throughout the year but dazzling in summer and fall. Purple is for everyone, and especially…
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Southwest Regional ReportsLate-Winter and Early-Spring Bloomers for the Southwest
In Jason Reeves' article Plants That Bloom in Late Winter or Early Spring, he discusses how plants that bloom during the coldest time of the year, often go underappreciated: "Some…
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Southwest Regional ReportsPlants That Can Grow in Both the High Desert and the Low Desert
Not all plants thrive everywhere, especially in a region as diverse as the Southwest. Elevation, hardiness zone, and even where you site a plant in your yard all converge to…
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Southwest Regional Reports3 Native Shrubs With Fall Interest for the Southwest
Just when the heat and dryness of a Southwestern summer are starting to get to you, fall brings some respite. The plus side of living in such a warm region…
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Southwest Regional ReportsGrowing Echinopsis in the Southwest
Echinopsis (Echinopsis spp. and cvs., Zones 8b–12), also called sea urchin cacti, have an allure that can sidetrack your better judgment. This genus is widespread in central South America and…
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Southwest Regional ReportsUnusual Fall Perennials for the Southwest
In Andy Brand's article Unusual Fall Perennials, he discusses some out-of-the-box plant picks for this spectacular time in the garden: "As we reluctantly accept the inevitable and begin preparing our…
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Southwest Regional ReportsGardening in the Southwest: How to Use Microclimates
Obvious shifts in climate patterns are changing our natural world. Large trees are dying, moderate temperature swings are now more extreme, and storms are more sporadic and violent when they…
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Southwest Regional ReportsHow to Create a Garden With Curb Appeal in the Southwest, Part 2: Planting Design
In How to Create a Garden with Curb Appeal in the Southwest, Part 1: Form, Flow, and Function, I discussed the importance of form (structures), flow (planting design), and function…
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Southwest Regional ReportsHow to Create a Garden with Curb Appeal in the Southwest, Part 1: Form, Flow, and Function
When you pull into your driveway or walk up to your front door, ask yourself a few questions: Are you wowed? Do you smile? Are you impressed? Are you soothed…
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