Coral Bean
A thorny, deciduous shrub with three-part leaves, striking red flower spikes, and pods containing bright red, poisonous seeds; native to the southeastern United States and eastern Mexico. Special Features Hummingbird-attracting flowers, drought tolerance, showy seed pods, and good resistance to browsing; seeds are highly poisonous if eaten. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage can cause root […]
Natal Plum Standard
A thorny, evergreen shrub trained into a small tree with a rounded canopy, glossy leaves, fragrant white flowers, and red, plumlike fruit. Special Features Fragrant flowers, glossy foliage, drought tolerance once established, and edible fully ripe fruit. Unripe fruit and other plant parts should not be eaten; milky sap may irritate skin. Problems & Solutions […]
Firecracker Plant (Coral Fountain)
A fountain-like shrub with slender, rush-like green stems that arch and cascade outward. Produces tubular scarlet flowers over a long warm season and is highly attractive to hummingbirds. Performs reliably in low-desert Phoenix heat. Special Features Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies; heat and drought tolerant once established; long bloom season; excellent cascading over walls, slopes, and […]