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A Bit of Tao in the Xeric Garden: Agave and Grasses

There is something so alluring, so sculptural, so geometrically perfect in the shape of an Agave plant. One of the most exciting discoveries recently, here in the Intermountain Region, is we really can grow Century Plants.

A Heave and a Ho: Protecting Plants from Frost Heave

Early spring, when the earth is beginning to warm again, I love walking in the forest behind my house. Underfoot the ground is squishy. It feels like…

Adding Color to the Late Summer Garden

It’s August, the time to plan for late summer and early fall color in your garden.

Autumn is the Time to Plant Bulbs

If you want colorful surprises poking up in the spring, you need to plant bulbs in autumn—after the first hard frost but before the ground gets too cold.

Bulbs for Western Gardens

Suggestions for planting and designing with bulbs. Regular care of newly planted bulbs during the first year will pay off with many years of low care color.

Caring for Conifers in the Santa Fe Area

Selecting and planting conifers for high altitudes.

Cold-hardy Mediterranean Perennial Border

How to use cold-hardy perennial plants from the Mediterranean area in your garden borders.

Considering Winter Ground: Soil Drainage

When the ground is covered with snow (soon, I hope), it’s hard to imagine that anything is taking place. But under all those piles, there is snow melt…

Container Gardening with Cacti and Succulents

Some fascinating gardens take place in containers, especially those with succulents and cacti, which create little worlds unto themselves.

Deciduous Tree and Shrubs to Replace Pinon Trees

Overview of deciduous trees good for replacing pinon trees.

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