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Most Popular Trees and Palm Trees for Planting
We carry these cactus, agave, yucca, and more. Sizes may vary from 1 gal, 5 gal, or 15 gal. Please note selection may vary depending on time of year. Trees Mastic 'Pistacia Lentiscus' Full sun Moderate/ Low water Litter free Great for shade Very slow growing Chilean Mesquite 'Prosopis Chilensis' Full sun Moderate water No thorns Blooms yellow Great for privacy/shade Fast growing Native Mesquite Full sun Moderate water Drought tolerant Great canopy Hardy Has thorns Blooms yell
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Top Cactus, Agave, and Yucca to Plant
We carry these cactus, agave, yucca, and more. Sizes may vary from 1 gal, 5 gal, or 15 gal. Please note selection may vary depending on time of year. Cactus: Totem Pole 'Pachycereus schotti f. monstrosus' Full sun Low water No thorns Drought resistant Slow growing Purple Prickly Pear /Opuntia Santa-Rita Full sun Low water Blooms yellow in spring Moderate growth rate Beaver Tail Prickly Pear 'Opuntia Basilaris' Full sun Low water Flowers fuchsia in spring Slow growing Spineles
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Top Aloes and Succulents For Arizona Climate We Carry
We carry these aloes, succulents, and more! Sizes may vary from 1 gal, 5 gal, or 15 gal. Please note selection may vary depending on time of year. Elephants Food 'Portulacaria Afra' Part sun/ part shade Low water Hardy Easy to propagate Aloe Vera 'Medicinal Aloe' Morning sun/ afternoon shade Low water Great for cuts/burns Cape Aloe 'Aloe Ferox' Morning sun/ afternoon shade Low water Heat and frost hardy Blooms orange late winter/early spring Blue Elf Aloe Morning sun/ afterno
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What are some plants that Javalinas wont bother?
Some plants javelinas won't bother include: Gopher plant Euphorbias Firesticks Scented plants that include but not limited to: Rosemary Salvia Society Garlic Lavender Euryop Daisies Snapdragons Bacopa Please note, that this is for reference and we cannot guarantee they still won't attempt to bother these plants.
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Why are my cacti and agaves turning yellow during the summer and what can I do to prevent it?
The reason for the cacti and agave’s turning yellow during the summer, is a result of a sunburn due to the brutal temperatures we have here in Arizona. However there is always a solution to everything! Shade cloth can be used to protect the plants from getting sunburnt. Another suggestion is to consider planting a shrub or perennial on the west side of the plant or just about anything that provides shade to relieve some of the sun’s intensity on the plant! Proper location is
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How far deep should I plant my shrub?
No deeper than what the container shows on the plant and twice as wide as the container horizontally.
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When should I prune my roses?
Best time to prune roses in Arizona are around Feb-March, jus as the weather starts to warm up a bit!
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My citrus tree isn’t producing any citrus! What am I doing wrong?
If there are no natural pollinators like humming birds or bees they wont flower, which means no fruit. Watering could also be an issue. Citrus trees do best if they are heavily watered, and then given time to dry out between waterings. The amount of times the tree should be watered all depends on the soil it is in. But, trees typically need to be watered every one to two weeks in the summer, and every three to four weeks in the winter.
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If I plant herbs and vegetables during the winter will they go into seed?
No, not in Arizona because herbs and tomato plants are annuals here.
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How often do you water succulents and cacti and what should I do to properly maintain their care?
This all depends on the amount of light it is getting, whether its indoor or outdoor, the temperature, etc. Generally however, cacti and succulents like to dry out in between watering. But, when it is time to water, soak the soil until water runs freely from the drainage holes. During the plants resting period which is usually around mid-late fall until the warmer days of spring, the water should be withheld. Each time we water the plants, the surplus of water washes out some
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When and how often should I fertilize my citrus trees?
Citrus should be fertilized in February, May, and September; One time during each of those months followed through with a deep soaking.
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Not all plants are equally thirsty: a guide to watering your garden
Summer Winter Quick Facts Perennial & Annual Flowers – Water everyday – Partial sun is best for most perennials – Water every other day to 3x a week Planted in pot: Larger pots/ containers are more desirable Bedding Flowers: Same watering requirements Herbs – Water every other day – Water 3x a week/ If rain occurs, water less* – Best in larger pots Euphorbia – Water once a week moderately – Water 2x a month thoroughly -Low water -Shady area -Best in large pot or i
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