Here in the desert, low water use plants not only conserve our precious resource many are native and those that are not appear as though they have been here in the desert all along. Xeriscape plants are low water plants that provide a southwestern feel to your yard.
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Everything You Need to Know to Grow Citrus in Phoenix Gardening Zone 9b
Citrus is easy to grow in Phoenix, Arizona. It has been an integral part of Arizona’s history and economy for decades. They can handle the heat and you can successfully grow them in your own backyard.
Ready for some tips and tricks to grow citrus? Let’s start by talking about what kind of citrus you can plant in Phoenix, when to plant citrus, how to plant, when to fertilize, watering requirements, how to care for, and when to harvest fruit.
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Arizona May Planting Guide: What to Plant in Phoenix Now
FIND OUT WHAT IS BLOOMING IN PHOENIX IN MAY, WHAT HERBS AND VEGETABLES TO PLANT, AND WHAT CAN BE HARVESTED THIS MONTH.
Phoenix is still experiencing some great weather in May. It is getting warmer, but there are still plenty of flowers in bloom and vegetables to harvest.
Below is an Arizona May planting guide with a list of flowers blooming in Phoenix this month, flowers to plant this month, vegetables ready to harvest and vegetables that can be planted in the month of May.
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How to Grow Dill Herbs in Gardening Zone 9b
Dill is a grassy herb from the Apiaceae family. Dill is often associated with pickles as it used in the pickling process. However, dill can also be used in soups, stews and dips.
As part of the carrot family, dill is a great herb to complement carrot dishes. Personally we love to add dill to our cucumber salad recipe and tzatziki.
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How to Grow Cilantro in Gardening Zone 9b
Ready to create a salsa garden? Cilantro is an essential herb in your salsa garden. It is part of the Apiaceae family. This cool season flavorful herb has pungent leaves and is very versatile.
Cilantro adds a punch to everything from steak to fish dishes. It complements everything from fruity dishes to sauces.
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How to Make Your Own DIY Raised Garden Beds
A raised garden bed helps control the soil and keeps your garden tidy. When we decided to create a vegetable garden in our backyard we looked at the prices of store bought raised garden beds and then decided to build our own. Phoenix, Arizona summers can be pretty unforgiving so I was concerned how well they would hold up.
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