December 2013
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care…but now that Christmas is over it’s time to start thinking about Christmas tree disposal and recycling.
The National Fire Protection Association suggests you dispose of your tree when it...
There are many great reasons to consider seeding wild flowers into your landscape now. It takes very little effort and you get a huge return! Not only will the wildflowers create a stunning display of spring color but they will also provide nectar...
New technology has allowed for the development of “Smart” irrigation products. “Smart” irrigation products include timers/controllers, rain sensors, low precipitation sprinkler heads and improved drip irrigation systems. Key to the Smart...
Trees not only provide scenic landscaping but help reduce pollution by absorbing the primary greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide. They also help decrease storm water run-off. Tree shade is a major factor in mitigating the urban heat island effect and...
Professional arbor care encompasses more than just removing the occasional tree limb. One important arbor care practice for the valley metro area is crown thinning. Crown thinning is the selective removal of interior branches to increase air...
Here are some earth friendly landscape resolutions to choose from to start making a difference!
Reduce lawn areas which will conserve water, reduce the need for chemical fertilization and reduce landfill waste of lawn clippings.
Use landscape...
Many municipalities in the state of Arizona are now requiring incorporating rain water harvesting design to provide newly planned commercial landscapes with supplemental water. Rainwater Harvesting, in a nutshell, is simply the capture, diversion...
Artist Dale Chihuly returns to the Desert Botanical Garden this fall with a stunning new installation of his extraordinary and vibrant works of art. The garden trails exhibition opens November 10th and ends May 18. Chihuly is credited with...
We’d like to share 10 of our favorite bullet proof plants. These plants are unique in that they can lend a desert or a lush garden feel to the landscape, depending on how they are combined. All of these plants are low water use and low...
