Saguaro
Iconic Sonoran Desert cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) with a tall, ribbed green trunk, prominent spines, and upward-curving arms that develop with age. Special Features Exceptionally heat- and drought-tolerant; long-lived Arizona native. Flowers support pollinators, fruits feed wildlife, and mature plants provide bird nesting sites. Problems & Solutions Overwatering and poor drainage cause root or stem rot; […]
Saguaro – By the Foot
Iconic Sonoran Desert cactus with a tall, ribbed, spiny green trunk and upward-curving arms that develop with age. The correct botanical name is Carnegiea gigantea; ‘by the foot’ refers to how plants are priced, not a distinct variety. Special Features Long-lived desert landmark; highly heat and drought tolerant. Flowers support native pollinators, and red fruits […]
Saguaro Specimen (Planted)
Iconic Sonoran Desert cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) with a tall, ribbed green trunk, prominent spines, and upward-curving arms that develop with age. Special Features Long-lived Arizona native with exceptional heat and drought tolerance; provides nectar, edible red fruit, and nesting habitat for desert wildlife. Problems & Solutions Overwatering and poor drainage cause root and stem rot; […]
Staghorn Cholla
A branching Sonoran Desert cactus with antler-like, jointed stems, prominent spines, and unusually variable flower colors. Special Features Exceptional heat and drought tolerance; sculptural branching; flowers attract native bees, and dense branches provide bird shelter. Problems & Solutions Root rot from excess moisture: improve drainage and avoid frequent irrigation. Sharp, barbed spines and detachable joints: […]
Arizona Pencil Cholla
A Sonoran Desert native cactus with slender, pencil-like jointed stems, scattered spines, and an airy, densely branching form. Special Features Excellent heat and drought tolerance; native wildlife habitat; flowers attract native bees; persistent greenish fruits add seasonal interest. Problems & Solutions Root and stem rot in wet soil: improve drainage and reduce irrigation. Sharp spines […]
Buckhorn Cholla
A Sonoran Desert native cactus with branching, cylindrical green stems densely covered in long spines; well adapted to Phoenix heat and drought. Special Features Exceptional heat and drought tolerance; native bee forage; provides shelter and nesting sites for desert birds. Problems & Solutions Overwatering and poor drainage cause root rot; plant in fast-draining soil and […]
Creosote Bush
An iconic Sonoran Desert shrub with slender branches and small, resinous leaves that release the desert’s distinctive scent after rain. Special Features Extremely heat and drought tolerant; aromatic foliage; exceptionally long-lived; native flowers support desert pollinators. Problems & Solutions Frequent irrigation and poor drainage can cause root rot; keep soil dry between waterings. Difficult to […]
Ironwood Tree
Long-lived Sonoran Desert native tree with gray-green foliage, thorny branches, exceptionally dense wood, and showy spring flowers; well adapted to Phoenix heat. Special Features Extremely heat and drought tolerant; attracts native bees, provides wildlife shelter, and serves as a nurse tree for desert plants. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage and excessive irrigation can cause root […]