Blue Potato Bush
Fast-growing, loosely arching evergreen shrub producing violet-blue flowers nearly year-round in warm climates. Used as a specimen shrub, espalier, or trained standard. Tolerates Phoenix heat with regular water and afternoon shade. Special Features Long bloom season with showy violet-blue flowers; can be trained as a standard or espalier; attracts butterflies and bees Problems & Solutions […]
ROSMAR OFF HUNTINGTON CARPET
A low-growing rosemary cultivar, Salvia rosmarinus ‘Huntington Carpet’ (formerly Rosmarinus officinalis), with aromatic, needlelike foliage and trailing stems that form a dense evergreen groundcover. Special Features Fragrant, edible foliage; drought tolerant once established; attracts bees and other pollinators. Problems & Solutions Root rot in wet soil (improve drainage and reduce irrigation); spider mites in hot, […]
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 […]
Rosmar Off Barbeque
Barbeque rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus ‘Barbeque’, formerly Rosmarinus officinalis) is an upright culinary shrub with aromatic, needle-like leaves and sturdy, straight stems traditionally used as grilling skewers. Special Features Edible, strongly aromatic foliage; straight stems suitable for skewers; drought tolerant once established; flowers attract bees. Problems & Solutions Root and crown rot in wet soil: improve […]
Salvia ‘Ignition White’
A compact shrubby sage, Salvia × jamensis ‘Ignition White’, with aromatic green foliage and abundant white flowers; well suited to Phoenix gardens with afternoon shade. Special Features Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies; aromatic foliage; moderately drought tolerant once established. Problems & Solutions Extreme afternoon heat can scorch foliage; provide afternoon shade. Poor drainage and excessive […]
Salvia ‘Vibe Ignition Purple’
A compact, shrubby hybrid sage commonly sold as VIBE Ignition Purple, with aromatic green foliage and abundant vivid purple flowers. Special Features Aromatic foliage; attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies; heat tolerant and moderately drought tolerant once established. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage can cause root rot; avoid constantly wet soil. Extreme reflected heat can scorch […]
Salvia ‘Vibe Ignition White’
A compact, shrubby hybrid sage with aromatic green foliage and white flowers, apparently referring to Salvia × jamensis Vibe Ignition White. Special Features Aromatic foliage; attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies; relatively drought tolerant once established. Problems & Solutions Extreme heat and reflected sun can scorch foliage; provide afternoon shade. Poor drainage can cause root rot; […]
Tabernaemontana ‘Double Crepe’
Tabernaemontana divaricata ‘Double Crepe’ is a tropical shrub with glossy foliage and double, ruffled white flowers resembling miniature gardenias. In Phoenix, it requires protection from intense sun and winter freezes. Special Features Lush tropical foliage, elegant double flowers, and light fragrance; suitable for sheltered patios. Not drought tolerant. Problems & Solutions Marginal outdoors in Zone […]
Tabernaemontana ‘Flore Pleno’
Tabernaemontana divaricata ‘Flore Pleno’, commonly called double crape jasmine, is a tropical shrub with glossy leaves and fragrant, double white flowers. In Phoenix, it requires a sheltered, irrigated location and winter frost protection. Special Features Fragrant flowers, glossy tropical foliage, and a long blooming season. Not drought tolerant; milky sap can irritate skin, and plant […]
Trailing Acacia
A low-growing Australian acacia with trailing branches and small green, leaflike phyllodes, forming a dense evergreen groundcover. Special Features Drought-tolerant groundcover with spreading coverage; useful for erosion control and low-water landscapes. Problems & Solutions Poor drainage and frequent watering can cause root rot; improve drainage and let soil dry between irrigations. Allow room for spreading […]