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
-
Welcome to the Southwest Gardening discussion forum!
started by dave
last post by jkochanMay 30, 2006260May 30, 2006 -
Ranunculus
started by Pagancat
last post by Fish_kneesJan 25, 20067Jan 25, 2006 -
Bird Issues
started by jimdaz
last post by EileenAZJan 30, 20069Jan 30, 2006 -
When to start Zinnias?
started by Fish_knees
last post by bsavageNov 18, 200629Nov 18, 2006 -
This a.m.
started by Fish_knees
last post by azrenoFeb 03, 200634Feb 03, 2006 -
heather
started by mcmcspeckie
last post by trueepicureFeb 03, 200613Feb 03, 2006 -
bunny food
started by mcmcspeckie
last post by mcmcspeckieFeb 02, 200614Feb 02, 2006 -
Plumeria conference
started by tucsonplumeriaz
last post by EileenAZJan 30, 20064Jan 30, 2006 -
Propagating Prickley Pear?
started by Fish_knees
last post by Fish_kneesJan 25, 20064Jan 25, 2006 -
koi show
started by azreno
last post by Fish_kneesJan 25, 20063Jan 25, 2006
-
rock wall and trellis
started by azreno
last post by RODICAPNov 17, 20069Nov 17, 2006 -
S. African velt and other gloomy day blooms
started by azreno
last post by azrenoJan 26, 200611Jan 26, 2006 -
city right-of-ways
started by tucsonplumeriaz
last post by tucsonplumeriazJan 29, 200612Jan 29, 2006 -
Starting from seeds
started by MaryMcP
last post by dancingchulaJan 31, 20064Jan 31, 2006 -
Brugs
started by Desertdenial5
last post by Fish_kneesJan 31, 200611Jan 31, 2006 -
Valentines Day
started by jimdaz
last post by jimdazJan 27, 20063Jan 27, 2006 -
Leptospermum scoparium
started by Desertdenial5
last post by Desertdenial5Jan 27, 20062Jan 27, 2006 -
what's the name of this product?
started by tucsonplumeriaz
last post by azrenoJan 29, 20068Jan 29, 2006 -
4 leaved clover!
started by azreno
last post by binky1972Feb 04, 20067Feb 04, 2006 -
Cuban Lily
started by Aguane
last post by azrobinNov 19, 200612Nov 19, 2006
-
Desert Nectarine needs a pal
started by sirjonny
last post by sirjonnyFeb 07, 20068Feb 07, 2006 -
Succulents
started by Desertdenial5
last post by Desertdenial5Feb 03, 20064Feb 03, 2006 -
Magnolia tree
started by Desertdenial5
last post by PagancatFeb 07, 20061Feb 07, 2006 -
Fun today
started by judyb
last post by Fish_kneesFeb 01, 20066Feb 01, 2006 -
greenhouses
started by tucsonplumeriaz
last post by azrenoFeb 01, 20061Feb 01, 2006 -
A little color this a.m.
started by Fish_knees
last post by Fish_kneesFeb 01, 20067Feb 01, 2006 -
Pesky javalinas!
started by EileenAZ
last post by roadrunnerFeb 08, 200615Feb 08, 2006 -
Goldfish
started by azreno
last post by azrenoFeb 01, 20060Feb 01, 2006 -
A Survey
started by kimaz
last post byFeb 12, 200655Feb 12, 2006 -
March 19 swap wishlist?
started by azreno
last post by 4pawsMay 05, 2006128May 05, 2006
-
Bougainvilla 'Torchglow' transplantable?
started by jkochan
last post by jkochanFeb 04, 20063Feb 04, 2006 -
Perfect weather! What are you doing this weekend?
started by Fish_knees
last post by kimazFeb 05, 200611Feb 05, 2006 -
Happy birthday Fish_Knees!
started by hawaiisam
last post byFeb 12, 200611Feb 12, 2006 -
Need Gourd info .... Roadrunner?
started by Pagancat
last post by roadrunnerFeb 12, 200619Feb 12, 2006 -
Coriander Seeds
started by MaryMcP
last post by MaryMcPFeb 07, 20062Feb 07, 2006 -
Happy birthday, 2manyplants
started by hawaiisam
last post by PagancatFeb 09, 200611Feb 09, 2006 -
Judy! Lookee at your Blue Dawn MG blooming!
started by azreno
last post by judybFeb 08, 20066Feb 08, 2006 -
How is this weather affecting your habits?
started by sirjonny
last post by Birdlady_SusieFeb 08, 20064Feb 08, 2006 -
Hey desert MG people
started by judyb
last post by EileenAZFeb 14, 200648Feb 14, 2006 -
African Sage (salvia dolomitica)
started by Birdlady_Susie
last post by azrenoMay 22, 20066May 22, 2006