Desert planting design

Architecture and landscape blend seamlessly in this Scottsdale abode.

High desert cactus gardens in California use low-maintenance, water-saving plants like cacti and succulents, ideal for desert climates. Rock gardens and sand beds provide excellent drainage, creating a striking contrast with the desert's natural beauty. The bold, geometric designs and native rocks offer a visually captivating, eco-friendly option for desert homeowners. Click to find out how to design your own cactus garden.

#Desert #plants are just so beautiful!

Mexican Feather Grass (Nassella tenuissima) - Wispy green blades form clumps reaching 2 feet tall and wide. This grass found in Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico develops blond summer flower heads

Create a naturalistic garden theme with the perfect pairing of rustic river rocks and hardy succulents. These ideas are great for those who aim for a landscape that complements nature's beauty. #1 Lush Agave Oasis #2 Verdant Succulent Couture #3 Desert Rose Delight #4 Modern Succulent Pathway #5 Mountain View Succulent Frame #6 Fantasy Succulent

I redid my entire backyard into an Arizona-inspired dream patio complete with a super vibey fire pit and chill area!

This week I tackled a different kind of project; I drew plans to update a backyard in Las Vegas! The backyard is for a friend of my brother’s. She has a 14′ x 55′ rectangular back…

Conserve water with a dry garden! Choose drought-tolerant plants, low-water ground covers, and efficient irrigation systems. Learn 10 ways to create a beautiful and sustainable outdoor space - read now!

The Desert marigold is a small and colorful herbaceous perennial with a low and spreading habit, growing 12-18 in. tall, 24-30 in. across. Silvery gray-green foliage is comprised of small deeply lobed leaves that are covered with fine woolly hairs. Bright and colorful daisy-like deep yellow flowers grow on tall stems and occur from late […]