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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Low Growing Ground Covers
started by MaryMcP
last post by Fish_kneesMar 07, 20066Mar 07, 2006 -
need anything from tucson?
started by tucsonplumeriaz
last post byMar 17, 200625Mar 17, 2006 -
Judy- look what bloomed this morning!
started by azreno
last post by Desertdenial5Mar 08, 20065Mar 08, 2006 -
An emotion-filled thread
started by EileenAZ
last post by AguaneMar 10, 200626Mar 10, 2006 -
How are the Australian nurseries in the Phoenix area?
started by sirjonny
last post by PagancatMar 18, 200632Mar 18, 2006 -
Pondering a pond in PHX
started by sirjonny
last post by azrenoMar 29, 200648Mar 29, 2006 -
Banana leaves pushing out!
started by DesertDreamer
last post by BloomsWithaViewMar 08, 20061Mar 08, 2006 -
Identifying citrus
started by shannonaz
last post by shannonazMar 09, 20065Mar 09, 2006 -
A laughter filled thread
started by Pagancat
last post by roadrunnerMar 09, 20063Mar 09, 2006 -
So what plants *do* take over in your garden?
started by TucsonJen
last post by PagancatJun 03, 200628Jun 03, 2006
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March blooms
started by CissyCat
last post by azrenoMar 11, 200611Mar 11, 2006 -
Dragon Fly's Wanted!
started by jkochan
last post by Desertdenial5Mar 10, 20064Mar 10, 2006 -
x Chitalpa tashkentensis?
started by deserteden
last post by desertedenMar 10, 20067Mar 10, 2006 -
True confessions (lawn turf advice)
started by deserteden
last post by port_a_bellaMar 11, 20067Mar 11, 2006 -
Bulbs
started by Desertdenial5
last post by azrenoMar 15, 200616Mar 15, 2006 -
Princess-Flower-Tibouchina
started by Desertdenial5
last post by judybMar 10, 20065Mar 10, 2006 -
MG seeds, mixed, some good ones for a sasbe
started by 2manyplants
last post by 2manyplantsMar 10, 20060Mar 10, 2006 -
Narcissus?? and other stuff....
started by kathleen10
last post by kathleen10Mar 12, 20067Mar 12, 2006 -
Singin' in the rain!
started by azreno
last post by Birdlady_SusieMar 11, 20066Mar 11, 2006 -
Woohooo! Rain !
started by jkochan
last post by FrangipaniAzMar 14, 200639Mar 14, 2006
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small perennials
started by hawaiisam
last post by Fish_kneesMar 11, 20061Mar 11, 2006 -
pre-emergent weed control
started by hawaiisam
last post by hawaiisamMar 11, 20062Mar 11, 2006 -
Poor little guy!
started by Fish_knees
last post by Birdlady_SusieMar 12, 200619Mar 12, 2006 -
Blue-muda??
started by tomatofreak
last post by GothicGardenMar 13, 20064Mar 13, 2006 -
dead or dormant?
started by bortukan
last post by MaryMcPMar 11, 20062Mar 11, 2006 -
So How much rain is too much?
started by kimaz
last post by kimazMar 12, 20066Mar 12, 2006 -
Freesia are blooming
started by Fish_knees
last post by RODICAPMar 13, 200610Mar 13, 2006 -
The Honey Suckle are going to take over!
started by Fish_knees
last post by Desertdenial5Mar 13, 20067Mar 13, 2006 -
Anyone ever tried or have experience with a Red Brug?
started by Fish_knees
last post by PagancatMar 16, 20064Mar 16, 2006 -
Blue moon
started by ACsAgapePlants
last post by Desertdenial5Mar 13, 200611Mar 13, 2006
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ID help
started by Birdlady_Susie
last post by RODICAPMar 13, 20065Mar 13, 2006 -
Calliandra haematocephala
started by Birdlady_Susie
last post byMar 14, 20068Mar 14, 2006 -
A little OT - okay a lot OT. This is Bunny
started by judyb
last post by judybMar 14, 200615Mar 14, 2006 -
Too nice a day to stay home and too nice a day not to.
started by jkochan
last post by jkochanMar 14, 20069Mar 14, 2006 -
Bird experts
started by Fish_knees
last post by azrenoMar 18, 200660Mar 18, 2006 -
Wax Flower Vine
started by Desertdenial5
last post by Desertdenial5Mar 14, 20062Mar 14, 2006 -
Cistus purpureus/ orchid rock rose
started by Desertdenial5
last post by Desertdenial5Mar 14, 20066Mar 14, 2006 -
1st Thunbergia bloom of the season
started by Fish_knees
last post by Fish_kneesMar 14, 20068Mar 14, 2006 -
Buddleja success?
started by deserteden
last post by PagancatMar 14, 200615Mar 14, 2006 -
Hello all
started by zenflower
last post by BloomsWithaViewMar 19, 200615Mar 19, 2006