On this page we will have care tips for all different types of plants that are suitable for are Tucson region. I will spotlight different plants for each season when they are most popular. If you have any questions about care, pruning, feeding, watering of a certain plant just e-mail me and I will send you more information. Also, I will post any questions on the site so that we can share it with others.

This is months plant of the month is:  Salvia Species. Salvias are great accent to any garden they come an array of colors such as reds., purples, and blues. They are hardy in our climate though some might require a little shade most of them do great in full sun. They are frost tender but cut back in spring for new growth. Check your local nurseries for a variety of Salvias. The Flowers come out on a stock which attract humming birds and butterflies. The salvia re-seed when the flowers dry up so you will see more clusters the following year. They flower from spring through fall seasons.

Plant Care

Planting:  They can be planted in the ground or in containers but give them well drained soil.

Water : Some varieties are draught tolerant but others do require regular water.

Pruning: Cut back during ther early spring to promote new growth during the warmer season.

Feeding:  Most do not require anything special but an all purpose fertilizer will help with the blooming.