Here in the Southwest we enjoy the bright sun, long dry spells, mountains high and chilly, valleys wide and shimmering in heat, wide temperature swings and poor soil. These are just a few of the challenges commonly faced by Southwest gardeners. Although pleasant weather in some spots starts at about the same time of year that intolerable weather does in other parts, we jointly celebrate the generous warmth of the sun and the bounty that nature provides not only in plants, but in native animals and even, sometimes, in rocks and scenic sunsets. Share your questions and experiences, your challenges and triumphs in the garden.
The Southwest Gardening discussion forum at Dave's Garden. Here in the Southwest we enjoy the bright sun, long dry spells, mountains high and chilly, valleys wide and shimmering in heat, wide temperature swings and poor soil. These are just a few of the chall...… Read More
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Admin deleting posts?
started by 2ndChance
last post by judybNov 11, 20134Nov 11, 2013 -
hunchback Plumeria question
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I need a hug
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Composting
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White flowering desert willow
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Oh poop!
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Scarecrow
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Fall Swap
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last post by Dann_LOct 15, 20131Oct 15, 2013 -
time to stop watering Plumeria?
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last post by frogymonOct 12, 20132Oct 12, 2013 -
potting soil
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last post by frogymonOct 11, 20133Oct 11, 2013
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Question on Growing Bulbs in Pots
started by gemfire55
last post by gemfire55Oct 10, 20130Oct 10, 2013 -
A visit to Boyce Thompson Arboretum
started by GermanStar
last post by GermanStarOct 10, 20135Oct 10, 2013 -
wandering jew propogation
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last post by quiltygirlOct 04, 201311Oct 04, 2013 -
Updated my Goodwill chandelier
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last post by quiltygirlOct 04, 20134Oct 04, 2013 -
Phoenix roubellini
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last post by Dann_LOct 03, 20132Oct 03, 2013 -
A visit to the Arizona Sonoran Desert Museum
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last post by GermanStarOct 01, 20130Oct 01, 2013 -
Milkweed
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last post by frogymonSep 30, 20133Sep 30, 2013 -
Desert Botanical Garden (Phoenix) fall sale
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last post by frogymonSep 27, 20132Sep 27, 2013 -
Yellow Mini Roses
started by frogymon
last post by Fish_kneesSep 27, 20131Sep 27, 2013 -
Craigs List SCORE!
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last post by EileenAZSep 24, 201311Sep 24, 2013
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Rooting cut roses from the florist
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last post by judybSep 24, 20134Sep 24, 2013 -
You may be Southwest riff raff if
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last post by Fish_kneesSep 24, 201312Sep 24, 2013 -
Birds in El Paso area
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last post by Birdlady_SusieSep 24, 20132Sep 24, 2013 -
Canna Musafolia - banana cannas
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last post by Fish_kneesSep 22, 201327Sep 22, 2013 -
oleander flowers
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ID Please
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last post by frogymonSep 18, 20138Sep 18, 2013 -
Knowledge of Pomegranate Tree/Bush
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last post by frogymonSep 18, 20138Sep 18, 2013 -
Sooooo much rain
started by RODICAP
last post by MountaindwellerSep 11, 201333Sep 11, 2013 -
Who am I?
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Heart-leaved hibiscus plants or seeds
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last post by 2ndChanceSep 09, 20135Sep 09, 2013
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Dog tail :)
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last post by CristaSep 08, 20135Sep 08, 2013 -
Butterfly Wonderland (North Scottsdale)
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last post by Fish_kneesSep 08, 20132Sep 08, 2013 -
stone mortar
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last post by Fish_kneesSep 08, 20132Sep 08, 2013 -
Any one try the Strawbale Gardening?
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Stapelias
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A visit to the Desert Botanical Garden
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Rain Lilies
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Anyone want some bees?
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Anyone know what this is?
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Seed sale
started by frogymon
last post by frogymonAug 28, 20136Aug 28, 2013