Petite Pink Oleander Tree
A dwarf pink-flowering oleander trained into a small tree, with a rounded evergreen canopy and excellent tolerance of Phoenix heat. Special Features Compact size; long flowering season; heat, drought, and reflected-heat tolerance once established. Problems & Solutions All parts are highly poisonous if ingested; keep away from children and pets, wear gloves when pruning, and […]
Pink Gaura
Pink gaura is an airy, clump-forming perennial with slender stems bearing butterfly-like pink flowers. Botanically Oenothera lindheimeri, formerly Gaura lindheimeri. Special Features Heat tolerant and drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and butterflies; flowers move gracefully in breezes. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil: improve drainage and avoid frequent shallow watering. Summer scorch […]
Rio Bravo Sage
Rio Bravo sage (Leucophyllum langmaniae) is a dense, rounded desert shrub with green foliage and abundant lavender-purple flowers, well suited to Phoenix landscapes. Special Features Excellent heat and drought tolerance; attracts bees and other pollinators; tolerates reflected heat and alkaline soil. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage and frequent watering can cause root rot; allow soil […]
Ruellia Britt Pink
A vigorous, pink-flowering Mexican petunia with narrow green leaves and upright stems. Ruellia brittoniana is also known as Ruellia simplex. Special Features Heat tolerant; attracts butterflies and bees; long flowering season; tolerates occasional wet soil and some drought once established. Problems & Solutions Can spread aggressively by rhizomes and seed; use containers or contained beds […]
Russian Sage
Russian sage (Salvia yangii, formerly Perovskia atriplicifolia) is a drought-tolerant, woody-based perennial with aromatic silvery foliage and airy lavender-blue flower spikes. Special Features Heat and drought tolerant once established; fragrant foliage; attracts bees and butterflies; generally resistant to deer and rabbits. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil: improve drainage and reduce watering. Floppy […]
Salvia ‘Ignition Purple’
A compact, shrubby salvia with aromatic green foliage and abundant vivid purple flowers; well suited to Phoenix gardens with afternoon shade. Special Features Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies; aromatic foliage; heat tolerant and moderately drought tolerant once established. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage and overwatering can cause root rot; allow soil to dry partially between […]
Virginia Creeper Vine
Vigorous, woody climbing vine with five-part leaves, seasonal fall color, and blue-black berries attractive to birds. Special Features Fast seasonal coverage, bird-attracting berries, and potential red fall color. Climbs using tendrils with adhesive disks. Problems & Solutions Phoenix heat and drought can scorch foliage; provide afternoon shade, mulch, and consistent summer irrigation. Vigorous growth requires […]
White Gaura
White gaura (Oenothera lindheimeri, formerly Gaura lindheimeri) is an airy, clump-forming perennial with slender stems and delicate white flowers that flutter like butterflies. Special Features Heat tolerant and drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and butterflies; long flowering season and graceful movement. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil: improve drainage and avoid overwatering. […]
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 […]
Gaura Pink
An airy, clump-forming perennial with slender, arching stems bearing rosy-pink flowers that resemble fluttering butterflies. Special Features Heat tolerant and drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and butterflies; airy flowers provide movement and a long season of color. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil (improve drainage and avoid overwatering); sparse flowering or scorched […]