Arizona gardening

10 cool-season flowers that love mild winters. Includes tips for growing them and when to plant them.

Many flowers grow well from seeds planted directly in the garden. In this post, I’ll share my favorite cool-season flowers to plant from seed.

Learn how to grow ranunculus (even if you live in a hot summer climate like the low desert of Arizona) with these 5 tips.

Planting heat-tolerant cover crops after spring crops finish is an excellent way to improve your soil while waiting for fall planting season.

Want to save water and create a gorgeous, eco-friendly landscape? Consider replacing grass lawns with low-water-use groundcovers.

Learn how to grow one of the most popular and versatile herbs – parsley! Parsley is surprisingly easy to grow and full of flavor & nutrients.

Watermelon needs plenty of space and at least 80 days of warm temperatures to grow well. If you have both, learn how to grow watermelon with these tips.

Valuable tips and information to help you grow delicious, crisp, and juicy cucumbers in hot summer climates.

Amaranth is beautiful in my low desert garden. Learn how to grow amaranth, and consider adding it to your spring and monsoon planting list.

Learn how to grow scabiosa, a low-maintenance and beautiful addition to any garden with these growing tips.