Desert Landscape: Jack’s backyard Part 1

Desert Landscape: Jack’s backyard Part 1

Arizona’s climate favors drought resistant gardens, and rewards gardeners who understand the environment they work with. My friend Jack “gets it” and tends to an amazing garden in his backyard. When Jack and his wife moved in, they literally had a blank desert canvas to work with. In a brand new home, they began creating a beautiful setting in harmony with the desert’s nature. But not without a little trial and error to begin with. Here’s some sage advice from Jack: (more…)...
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Plan your garden with the Web and catalogs

Plan your garden with the Web and catalogs

Winter is a great time to plan your garden for next year. If you want to take matters into your own hands, now consider taking a college extension course in landscaping design at a local university. Another option could be adult education classes from your public school system. This can save thousands of dollars by learning the basics of hard scape (e.b. patios, walkways) and soft scape (plants) design. (more…)...
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