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Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers to Add Winter Interest to Your Phoenix Yard
Looking for new plants or trees to add to your Phoenix-area landscape? We’ve compiled a list of trees and plants that give winter interest to your yard through bright colors, inviting flowers, and more!
Is Desert Mistletoe Killing Your Tree?
What should you do if you find desert mistletoe growing in your tree? How did it get there? Can you prevent it? Find answers and practical advice about mistletoe in the Phoenix area.
How Buffelgrass Is Making Phoenix Area Wildfires Worse
Discover how invasive Buffelgrass is fueling wildfires and threatening Phoenix area ecosystems.
7 Ways that Desert Trees Are Different: What You Need to Know About Phoenix-Area Trees
Trees that grow in the desert in the Phoenix and Anthem areas have different characteristics than those in other areas of the country. In this article, learn seven ways desert trees are different (and how that helps them survive).
How to Create Microclimates on Your Phoenix-Area Property
Temperature, humidity, wind, and soil composition can vary in smaller areas, known as microclimates. Learn how to create and use microclimates on your own Phoenix-area property.
What You Need to Know About Urban Heat Islands in the Phoenix Area
Anthem and the greater Phoenix area are becoming warmer, thanks in part to something known as the urban heat island effect. In this article, we’ll discuss how roads, buildings, and lack of vegetation have led to increased temperatures, how it can impact you and your property, and what you can do.
Rainwater Harvesting for your Anthem or Phoenix-Area Property
Rainwater harvesting can help reduce your water bill, keep your plants healthy, flush salts out of the soil, and more. Learn how to begin harvesting rainwater from your Phoenix-area property in this article.
A New Arizona Resident’s Guide to the Trees and Landscapes in the Phoenix Area
If you are new to Arizona, welcome! We’re glad to have you as part of the Grand Canyon state. If you have relocated or are planning to move to the Phoenix area, especially Anthem, Arizona, some things will be helpful to know…
Will Codominant Stems Cause Your Tree to Break During the Next Monsoon?
When a tree has two trunks, known as codominant stems, the tree is more likely to break in extreme weather in the Anthem and Phoenix areas. We detail what to look for and how to prevent some damage in this article.
The Invasive Stinknet Weed Hits Phoenix
An invasive weed called stinknet has beautiful yellow globe-shaped flowers but is causing many issues for the Phoenix and Anthem areas. Learn how to recognize this plant and how to help stop its invasive spread.
