Braided Shrimp Plant
A tropical shrub with arching, shrimp-shaped flower bracts, trained with braided stems into a small ornamental tree. The braided form is a training style, not a separate variety. Special Features Long-lasting colorful bracts; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Braided stems provide a decorative patio accent. Problems & Solutions Hot sun and dry winds cause scorch and […]
Cordyline Baueri
An evergreen, palm-like cordyline with arching, sword-shaped burgundy leaves and an upright woody trunk. Best grown in a sheltered microclimate in Phoenix. Special Features Rich burgundy foliage, strong vertical form, and a tropical appearance; useful as a container focal point. Not a true desert xeriscape plant. Problems & Solutions Phoenix heat and afternoon sun can […]
Bicolor Iris
A clumping, rhizomatous perennial with narrow, arching, sword-shaped leaves and pale yellow, iris-like flowers marked with dark spots. Special Features Long-lasting foliage, repeated flowering, and relatively low maintenance; tolerates some drought once established but looks best with regular irrigation. Problems & Solutions Leaf scorch in harsh afternoon sun (provide afternoon shade); root or rhizome rot […]