Fourwing sage - Atriplex canescens Zone 4-8 Grayish-green foliage covers heavy random branching to create an unkempt, but beautiful...

This transformation Tuesday is phase one of a two phase project. The second phase will be completed in spring 2020. For the first phase...

Q: Why do the leaves change colors in the fall? A: To keep it simple, the green we see on leaves is the chlorophyll (think solar panels)...

Witch Hazel - Hamamelis x intermedia Zone 5-8 During summer months, witch hazel may look like a normal plant but it will have you under...

We wanted to change it up a bit and show how with a little TLC and 12 months, a before and after picture of what one season can do for...

Q: What will happen if I leave my irrigation system on year-round? A: It is VERY important to make sure your irrigation is shut down and...

Winterfat - Krascheninnikovia lanata Zone 3-8 With foliage that resembles lavender, this shrub is just an average looking native...

Happy November from Desert Rose! In this month’s blog we will review the importance of having your landscape designed by someone who...

Our client had purchased the house with beautiful rock terraced beds already in place, but there were very few plants in the beds. The...

Q: When is a good time to add more bark/mulch to the beds? A: The best time to touch up the beds is once all the leaves have fallen and...