Euonymus Silver Queen
A variegated evergreen shrub with leathery green leaves edged in creamy white. In Phoenix, it performs best in a sheltered, irrigated location rather than an exposed desert landscape. Special Features Creamy-white leaf margins brighten shaded areas; tolerates pruning and can serve as a shrub or supported climber. Problems & Solutions Phoenix heat and intense sun […]
Upright Rosemary
An aromatic Mediterranean shrub with upright woody stems and narrow, needlelike leaves valued for cooking and drought-tolerant landscaping. Special Features Fragrant, edible foliage; drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and other pollinators. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet or poorly drained soil: improve drainage and reduce watering. Spider mites may occur during hot, dry […]