Now is the time to plant privacy screens for maximum growth and seclusion in spring. Without strategically placed evergreens in the yard, it can feel as if prying eyes are looking right into your home. Not only does your privacy seemingly disappear, but that neighbor’s debris pile can be on … [Read more...] about Holiday Evergreens Hide the Neighbors
Ken Lain
How to Grow an Evergreen Arizona Cypress
A valid Arizona native growing naturally at the 3,500- to 6,000-foot elevation, the Arizona Cypress, is collected by conifer lovers around the globe. It is an exceptional choice for xeriscape and desert landscaping for its toughness in dry, windy climates. Often used as a living Christmas tree … [Read more...] about How to Grow an Evergreen Arizona Cypress
Eleven Fall Tips for Better Gardens
Autumn gardening is a great time to look back on garden successes and disappointments. There’s still plenty of time to do some garden maintenance. Fall gardening takes advantage of cooler temperatures and fewer weeds and insects. Putting the garden to bed is not as hectic as waking it up in the … [Read more...] about Eleven Fall Tips for Better Gardens
September is the Perfect Time for Planting Fall Vegetables
There are lots of vegetables that grow well through the cool autumn weather. Some plants need longer days and a bit warmer soil to really get started, but all produce through the end of the year. You can start seed in August by growing your starts in a cool, shady spot in the garden. We also have … [Read more...] about September is the Perfect Time for Planting Fall Vegetables
Privacy Trees That Screen Fast
Now is the time to plant privacy screens for maximum growth and seclusion in spring. Without strategically placed evergreens in the yard, it can feel as if prying eyes are looking right into your home. Not only does your privacy seemingly disappear, but that neighbor’s debris pile can be on … [Read more...] about Privacy Trees That Screen Fast
Exploring the Perfect Ground Cover for Desert Landscapes
Ground cover plants are beneficial in so many ways. The foliage provides visual interest across hills, between boulders and down slopes. They also reduce yard maintenance by fighting erosion and suppressing weeds. Here is the definitive list for local groundcovers grown in the brutal sun or dense … [Read more...] about Exploring the Perfect Ground Cover for Desert Landscapes
Planting Allergy-Free Flowers for Summer Gardens
The mountains of Arizona are at the peak of the planting season. The start of summer offers even brighter flowers than spring, and Watters Garden Center is fully stocked with these summer lovers. Flowers are beautiful, but they are a mixed blessing for allergy sufferers. Not all flowers trigger … [Read more...] about Planting Allergy-Free Flowers for Summer Gardens
Insider Secrets to Growing Tomatoes
With so many tomato varieties and uses in the kitchen, it’s no wonder tomatoes are one of our most popular vegetables! Watters receives a lot of customer requests for additional tips and tricks on sowing and growing the best tomatoes. It is time to start tomatoes by seed for garden planting the end … [Read more...] about Insider Secrets to Growing Tomatoes
Moves from Big Cities are Changing Local Gardening
We have experienced some interesting trends over the past year as more people are attracted to plants and gardening. Hashtags like #PlantParenthood are common. Fast-forward to 2022, and the magnetic draw to gardening has grown stronger. Many folks who visit the garden center this spring are … [Read more...] about Moves from Big Cities are Changing Local Gardening
Six Healthy Reasons to Grow More Food This Spring
When Lisa and I were just married and struggling to keep fresh food on the table, a saint of a neighbor came to our rescue. Harry lived across the street and his entire backyard was filled with edible plants. His passion was vegetables and he purposely grew extra to share with family, neighbors and … [Read more...] about Six Healthy Reasons to Grow More Food This Spring
