The Third Principle Of Xeriscape – Practical Turf Grass Lawn Areas
This doesn’t mean you need to remove ALL of your turf grass lawn. Although, you certainly can. Turf has it’s…
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Burr Oak: Large Waterwise Tree For Utah
Burr Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) – native to Eastern and Midwestern North America – is a good choice for a large…
Hibiscus – A Great Fall Bloomer In Utah
There are several Hibiscus species that will grow in Utah and survive the winter. One is the very common Rose…
Fall Color In Mountains Of Utah!
The Wasatch Mountains are bursting with fall color right now. If you get a chance to hike or drive in…
Ornamental Peppers – Heat-tolerant and Water-wise In Utah!
Ornamental peppers are grown as annuals in Utah, just like the peppers we grow in our vegetable gardens. Ornamental peppers…
Spring Bulbs are Waterwise!
It’s true! Many spring-flowering bulbs are waterwise! They enjoy the moisture of winter and spring and then after they bloom,…
Porcupine Grass and Zebra Grass
What is the difference between Miscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’ (Porcupine Grass) and Miscanthus sinensis ‘Zebrinus’ (Zebra Grass)? They are both tall…
The Most Drought-Tolerant Waterwise Flowers – Flowering Perennials for Utah
Here is a list of plants that will do very well in the hot summers of Utah. They won’t need…
Hardy Ice Plant – Waterwise Groundcover for Utah
Hardy Ice Plant (Delosperma cooperi – pink flowers or Delosperma nubigenum – yellow flowers)- is an excellent ground cover for…
Catalpa Trees In Utah
Our Catalpa tree has almost finished blooming. It has been spectacular this year! Loaded with fragrant flowers, it has attracted…