Winter Transition in the Desert Southwest

Hello gardening friends!  As we move deeper into November, we’re settling into one of the most rewarding seasons for gardening in the Desert Southwest. Temperatures are cooling and it’s a perfect time for winter gardening! Now is the time to enjoy...

Start of October: Planting Season is Upon Us!

Hello gardening friends! Can you feel it? The start of October signals one of the best times of the year for us here in Arizona – the beginning of Fall planting season! I know we’ve been seeing some unusually hot temperatures hanging on lately, but...

Spring into Action!

Spring has sprung here in Arizona and I’m ready to help you turn your desert oasis dreams into reality. Let’s dive in with a few tips! Water Wisely, Prep Like a Pro: Before diving into planting, take a moment to prep your garden beds like a seasoned pro. Clear out...

September 2023

Thinking of those who were lost, and those still suffering from this day 22 years ago. Shorter days are back! That means it’s time to start planting your fall garden. Yes, it is still very hot so you might have to provide protection to your new transplants. I...

Happy Hauntings

October is a busy time of year for gardening in the low Arizona desert. One of the first things you can do is change your watering schedule with the cooler weather teasing us. You don’t need to water as frequently – no matter what you’re growing. The...

Welcoming Fall 2022

Can you feel it? Fall is in the air! There’s so much to do in your gardens and landscape now! Most importantly,  prepare garden soil for planting edibles and ornamentals. Before the end of the month- feed your citrus, and before the end of November, plant your...

Long time no talk…

I’ve been a busy guru out in the gardens! We always love monsoon season and the rains it brings but you must by weary of your watering and irrigation settings. You don’t want to drown or burn your plants or grass. And yes! You can burn those babies if...

Happy New Year 2022!

The New Year is here, which means Spring is just around the corner! This is a great time to check your irrigation system. It is important to be prepared for the Spring and Summer temperatures. If you need any assistance please reach out! In the meantime, there is...

March 2021

Hello! Thanks so much for visiting my website! With March just around the corner there is lots to do in the garden! For healthy thriving plants, one must make sure you have a rich soil for your plants to grow in! I like adding amendments from AZ Worm Farm in Phoenix!...

February 2021

I am continuously experimenting with plants so you can be successful! I raise both indoor and outdoor succulent and tropical plants. My house is mostly low light; however I have added grow lights under cabinets, 6500K, to assist in having green indoor. One of my all...