Keep Your Home and Yard Safe This Monsoon Season
A monsoon can bring powerful winds, heavy rains, and dramatic lightning to your local area. If you live in the state of Arizona, you will need to make sure that you know what to do in the event that a monsoon hits your property this summer. With a few safety tips, you can keep your […]
Are Your Plants Dying in the Heat?
The Tucson area has experienced record setting heat during the current summer season. With daytime temperatures routinely reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, many homeowners have been having trouble keeping their gardens looking healthy and green during the current season. If your plants seem to be dying off in this record heat, read these tips that […]
Where Does That After-Rain Smell Come From?
There is a scent that fills the air after rain falls. This scent—known as petrichor—may be described differently around the world, because it comes from the oils secreted by certain plants in the area. Arizona’s after-rain smell, however, is one of the most popular and well-known scents around. Read on to learn exactly where that […]
Your Guide to Cypress Windbreaker Trees
There is a popular tree used in Arizona to block heavy winds, provide some shade, and beautify properties. You can keep your property protected by planting Arizona cypress tree in key areas. Let’s take a closer look at why cypress trees are so popular. They are fast growers. Cypress trees can grow between 50 and […]
What Are Windbreaks?
Windbreaks can be natural or artificial, and they are found on residential, commercial, and farming properties. Large trees—such as the Arizona cypress—are often planted to effectively break the wind, but these barriers can also be used for other tasks like providing shade. Let’s take a closer look at windbreaks and why they are so […]
Did You Know These Trees Are Poisonous?
Arizona carries many species of toxic plants, flowers, and trees. However, many homeowners may not realize they’ve picked a poisonous tree without the help of their local landscaper. Learn about the most common trees in Arizona that are also poisonous to humans and animals. Chinaberry Tree The chinaberry tree can reach heights from 20 to […]
Your Guide to Oleanders
Oleanders are a common sight around Tucson, yet many people may not realize these beautiful trees are toxic and potentially deadly. Here is a brief guide to oleanders and why they are still useful additions to landscape design and how to care for them. They have a rapid growth rate. Oleanders can reach up to […]
Which Flowering Trees Are Right for Your Property?
If you want some color on your property, then consider planting a flowering tree that will produce beautiful blooms and enticing fragrances. Acacia, Desert Ironwood, and Ocotillo are beautiful flowering plants that can provide shade and beauty to your property. Continue reading to learn more about these flowering trees. Acacia Acacia trees typically grow over […]
See How the Monsoons Benefit Your Plants and Trees
Monsoon season is around the corner, and that means Tucson’s desert will come alive with growth and greenery. Tucson’s yearly monsoons provide exceptional fertilizing properties that help plants and trees grow and flourish. Read on to see how monsoons benefit plants and trees. Lightning Fertilizer Lightning is one of the dominating features of Arizona’s monsoons, […]
How Animals Can Destroy Your Yard
Desert animals, such as javelina, will look for nourishment wherever they can find it. If they find your yard is filled with delicious produce and plants, and it is unprotected, then you may find your plants and trees with serious damage. Let’s take a look at how animals can destroy your yard and landscape. Eat […]