Succulents have evolved to thrive in the harsh desert environment, making them the perfect choice for the eco-conscious homeowner who wants to conserve water. Succulents, including cacti, are also a versatile choice for any landscape, given that they are available in a wide range of colors and textures. Among property owners in Arizona, the following types of succulents are quite popular.
Euphorbia Tirucalli
Commonly called sticks on fire, pencil cactus, or firestick plants, this dramatic plant brings the ambience of the ocean to your desert home. It’s a succulent shrub that can reach four to eight feet in height and three to five feet in width. It features many thin, pencil-like branches that mimic the look of a coral reef. Adding to the oceanic mystique is the distinctive color. In the winter, this succulent turns brilliantly reddish-orange. In the summer, it reverts to a lighter green hue.
Aloe Barberae
The Hercules aloe, also called the tree aloe hybrid, puts a fresh spin on the common aloe vera plant. Rather than staying low to the ground, the Hercules aloe proudly rises above on a sturdy trunk. It’s a beautiful evergreen that can grow up to 30 feet tall, serving as a focal point for the landscape. From spring until the fall, salmon-colored flowers may appear sporadically.
Blue Flame Agave
The blue flame agave is a much-beloved succulent that lends grace and beauty to any landscape. The plant grows in characteristic rosette-shaped clumps with graceful, blue-green leaves that mimic the look of flames rising from the earth. Plant this succulent in partial to full sun. This succulent works well in rock gardens, garden plots, and borders. The blue flame agave even adapts well to container gardens, but it will need more water when kept in a container.
The experts at Complete Landscaping have extensive experience working with all types of succulents, shrubs, trees, and flowers. We provide reliable and affordable landscaping maintenance services, as well as complete design and installation services. You can reach our friendly staff in Tucson at (520) 323-8918.