Sunny Winds Hibiscus
A compact tropical hibiscus with large, sunny-yellow flowers and glossy green foliage. Best grown in a sheltered, irrigated location in Phoenix. Special Features Showy tropical flowers; attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; well suited to containers and sheltered patios. Problems & Solutions Frost can severely damage plants; cover during freezes or move containers into bright, frost-free shelter. […]
White Trailing Lantana
A low-growing, spreading lantana with clusters of white flowers and textured green foliage. Lantana sellowiana is a synonym of Lantana montevidensis; white-flowered selections are commonly sold as white trailing lantana. Special Features Heat tolerant and drought tolerant once established; attracts butterflies and other pollinators; useful for erosion control. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage can cause […]
Royal Trumpet Vine
A vigorous climbing vine with glossy green foliage and showy purple trumpet-shaped flowers with yellow throats; well suited to sheltered Phoenix gardens. Special Features Showy, lightly fragrant flowers attract hummingbirds and bees; provides lush screening and tolerates desert heat with adequate irrigation. Problems & Solutions Reflected heat can scorch leaves; provide afternoon shade and mulch […]
Peach Hibiscus
A tropical hibiscus grown for lush, glossy foliage and showy peach-colored flowers. In Phoenix, it performs best in a sheltered, irrigated location protected from intense afternoon sun and frost. Special Features Large, peach-toned tropical flowers; long flowering season; suitable for containers that can be moved into winter protection. Problems & Solutions Frost can severely damage […]