Spanish Lavender
Spanish lavender (Lavandula stoechas) is an aromatic Mediterranean shrub with narrow gray-green leaves and distinctive flower heads topped by upright, butterfly-like bracts. Special Features Fragrant foliage; attracts bees and butterflies; drought tolerant once established; generally deer and rabbit resistant. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil: improve drainage and keep mulch away from the […]
Wall Germander
A low-growing, spreading form of wall germander with small, aromatic, scalloped leaves and pink-purple flowers; useful as an evergreen groundcover in Phoenix landscapes. Special Features Aromatic foliage; drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and other pollinators; tolerates light shaping. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil: improve drainage and avoid frequent watering. Leaf scorch […]
Rosmarinus Off BBQ
An upright culinary rosemary with aromatic, needlelike leaves and strong, straight stems traditionally used as barbecue skewers. Commonly sold as ‘Barbecue’ or ‘BBQ’ rosemary. Special Features Edible, strongly aromatic foliage; sturdy stems suitable for culinary skewers; heat and drought tolerant once established; flowers attract bees. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil: improve drainage […]
Rosemary ‘Tuscan Blue’
An upright Mediterranean herb with aromatic, needlelike leaves and showy blue flowers. ‘Tuscan Blue’ is valued for culinary use, evergreen structure, and tolerance of Phoenix heat when properly established. Special Features Fragrant, edible foliage; heat and drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and other pollinators. Problems & Solutions Root and crown rot in wet soil: […]
Upright Rosemary
An aromatic Mediterranean shrub with upright woody stems and narrow, needlelike leaves valued for cooking and drought-tolerant landscaping. Special Features Fragrant, edible foliage; drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and other pollinators. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet or poorly drained soil: improve drainage and reduce watering. Spider mites may occur during hot, dry […]