Poinsettia 4in
Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a tropical shrub prized for colorful holiday bracts surrounding tiny flowers. The 4-inch designation refers to its nursery pot size, not mature size. Special Features Long-lasting, colorful bracts provide winter interest. Best treated as an indoor or protected container plant in Phoenix. Problems & Solutions Phoenix sun and extreme heat can […]
Poinsettia XL 10 in
Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a tropical shrub prized for colorful winter bracts surrounding tiny flowers. ‘XL 10 in’ generally denotes a large plant sold in a 10-inch nursery pot, not a specific cultivar. Special Features Long-lasting holiday color from showy bracts. Best treated in Phoenix as a seasonal houseplant or movable container specimen rather than […]
Dracaena Deremensis
A tropical, cane-forming foliage plant with arching, strap-shaped leaves. Formerly classified as Dracaena deremensis, these cultivars are now included in Dracaena fragrans. Special Features Attractive foliage; tolerates lower indoor light; well suited to containers. Not frost hardy or adapted to exposed desert conditions. Problems & Solutions Phoenix sun and dry heat can scorch leaves; provide […]
Ginseng Ficus
A tropical evergreen ficus grown as bonsai, featuring swollen, exposed roots, a thick trunk, and glossy oval leaves. ‘Ginseng’ describes its distinctive root form; it is not true medicinal ginseng. Special Features Sculptural swollen roots, glossy foliage, and good tolerance of pruning make it suitable for bonsai. Best treated as a protected container plant in […]
Oakleaf Croton
A tropical croton grown for leathery, oakleaf-shaped foliage splashed with green, yellow, orange, and red. Best grown as a houseplant or movable patio container in Phoenix. Special Features Bold, multicolored, lobed foliage provides year-round interest. Sap can irritate skin, and ingestion is toxic to people and pets. Problems & Solutions Phoenix frost, dry air, and […]
Peace Lily
A tropical perennial with glossy, lance-shaped leaves and elegant white flower spathes; best grown as a houseplant in Phoenix. Special Features Glossy tropical foliage; tolerates low indoor light. Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause irritation if chewed; keep away from pets and children. Problems & Solutions Root rot from soggy soil: improve drainage. Brown […]
Spider Plant
A tender, clumping perennial with arching, strap-shaped leaves and dangling baby plants; well suited to indoor growing and sheltered, shaded containers in Phoenix. Special Features Produces easily propagated plantlets on long stems; attractive in hanging baskets; tolerates root crowding and occasional missed watering. Problems & Solutions Brown leaf tips can result from salts, fluoride, dry […]