by Deborah | Apr 7, 2022 | Favorite stuff
Favorite Tools Very often there are garden chores that require a bit more grit. These are my go- to tools for specific jobs. Weeding Dandelion weeder A dandelion weeder is one of the most useful garden tools I have. Not only will it help you get weeds out of...
by Deborah | Apr 7, 2022 | Favorite stuff
Favorite Tools Gardening like any other hobby requires the proper tools. While you do not have to buy the most expensive tools they will be heavily used so look for quality. Here are my favorites from the basic to those for specific chores. Basics Hand trowel...
by Deborah | Mar 24, 2022 | Evergreen, Five Star, Perennial, Plant Index, Propagation by cutting, Shrub
Texas Sage Botanical Name: Leucophyllum frutescens Category: Shrub Divisible: No Common Name: Texas Sage Evergreen: Yes Propagation: Cutting Family: Figwort Invasive: No Size: 6′ tall x 5′ wide With its silver foliage and lavender blossoms Texas sage is a...
by Deborah | Mar 24, 2022 | Divisible, Evergreen, Five Star, Perennial, Plant Index, Propagation by seed, Shrub
Red Yucca Botanical Name: Hesperaloe parviflora Category: sub-shrub Divisible: Yes Common Name: Red Yucca Evergreen: Yes Propagation: Seed, division Family:Asparagaceae (Century plant) Invasive: No Size: 24-36″ tall x 36″ wide Not truly a yucca, Red yucca...
by Deborah | Mar 22, 2022 | Build It
Plant Selection Tips for the High Desert Garden Unfortunately not every beautiful perennial you yearn for will thrive in a high desert garden. You can certainly go ahead and try those gorgeous begonias but be prepared for disappointment. While this is definitely the...