Black Dalea
A compact, fine-textured desert shrub with tiny compound leaves, dark woody stems, and abundant purple flowers. Special Features Heat and drought tolerant; attracts bees and butterflies; nitrogen-fixing member of the pea family. Problems & Solutions Overwatering and poor drainage can cause root rot; allow soil to dry between irrigations. Occasional frost damage can be pruned […]
Turpentine Bush
A compact Southwestern native shrub with narrow, resinous green leaves that release a turpentine-like scent when crushed and abundant golden-yellow fall flowers. Special Features Heat and drought tolerant; aromatic foliage; Southwestern native; flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Problems & Solutions Overwatering and poor drainage can cause root rot; allow soil to dry between […]