Let's face it, a winter landscape filled with frost-damaged plants isn't the most attractive. During this time of year, I often find myself itching to grab my pruners and get rid of the ugly, brown growth on my bougainvillea, lantanas, and…

Embracing the Desert's Winter Palette One of the delightful aspects of life in the Southwest is the vibrant outdoor spaces, especially during the winter season. A Break from Landscape Critiques For those who have been following…

Got brown and crispy plants? Put down your pruners if winter has not ended yet!  Are you having a hard time ignoring them the ugliness of the frost-damaged leaves? Or perhaps you have no problem with some brown spots in your garden.…

The past couple of months has been a period of busyness, a new look, and opportunities for me. Normally in December, work in the garden slows down, which means that I have fewer landscape consultations. I welcome this time of year as…

I am always looking for ways to help people on their desert garden journey and so I'm offering a FREE class on 5 reasons you are struggling with your desert garden. As a horticulturist and landscape consultant, I have seen people making…

Olive Rose, one of David Austin's recent introductions Remembering David Austin: The 'Godfather of English Roses' Yesterday, the world lost a man who made a huge contribution to rose lovers all over the world. Called the 'Godfather…

Let's face it, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year, BUT it can also be the most stressful. Particularly when trying to find the right gift for friends and family. Well, I'm here to help you find the perfect…

Revitalizing a Desert Landscape An Outdoor Renovation Story Desert landscape beauty? Yes please! Have you ever renovated the interior of your house? Seeing the old, outdated elements peeled away and replaced with new paint, flooring,…

Decorating with Pumpkins in Fall Fall is my favorite season of the year. It stands to reason, pumpkins play a big part in both my garden, crafts, fall decor, and food! A few years ago, I visited an Atlanta garden. This is where colorful…