Creosote
An iconic Sonoran Desert shrub with small, resinous leaves, open branching, and the distinctive desert-rain fragrance released when its foliage becomes wet. Special Features Extremely heat and drought tolerant; aromatic foliage; exceptionally long-lived; native flowers support desert bees and other pollinators. Problems & Solutions Overwatering and poor drainage can cause root rot; avoid frequent irrigation. […]
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 […]