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After the Big Freeze...

By Kirti Mathura


Gardens, and the spirit of gardeners around the Valley, took a hit with the phenomenal freeze this past January. Although that was a few months ago, many of us have visual reminders in our yards. By early March we could assess the damage of some plants, but it took until late March or early April to be able to discern whether other plants would be able to rally back with new growth.

Butterflies in Your Backyard

By Kirti Mathura


WE ARE FORTUNATE here in the low desert, because butterflies can potentially grace our gardens year-round. They add color and movement that enhances the beauty we create with plants in our landscapes.

Butterflies in Your Backyard - Part 2

By Kirti Mathura


IF YOU ARE SERIOUS about enjoying exquisite butterflies in your garden, you will need to feed their young… with your landscape plants.

The Desert Botanical Garden

By Kirti Mathura


AFTER THE LONG, HOT SUMMER, it's time to get back into our yards and begin the fall gardening frenzy. This is the perfect time to lay all the groundwork that will make your spring garden dazzle the eye.