Chamaechrista fasciculata / Partridge Pea

Garden Tour: A grove of Desert Museum palo verde trees
Design ideas for a southwestern landscaping in Phoenix.

Termed ‘Snowflakes’ by the gardening public, the Leucojum aestivum is by far one of the most adaptable bulbs ever offered in the South. When people tell us they “can’t grow bulbs,” we tell them to try Leucojums. FEATURES Bloom/Feature White blooms with green dots on petals from February to March; foliage lasts until summer Plant Type Fall Bulbs Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, reblooming Use Border, container, accent Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Winter, spring Dimension 10-12" H x Clumping Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Natural Southern rainfall Soil Type Any Fertilizer Mix in low amount of an even N-P-K before planting Pruning None PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS plant in full sun to part shade plant in a hole about 3x the height of the bulb water after planting

A charming improvement on a Southern favorite, Jubilation grows compactly and blooms heavily in spring; reblooming fragrantly through summer into fall. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Fragrant white blooms in spring and summer Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features fall blooming, reblooming, dwarf, attracts birds/butterflies Use accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full-sun to Part-shade Bloom Season spring, summer, fall Dimension 3-4' H x 3' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Late spring Pruning Shape after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Jessica’s Ruffles Camellia grows in a graceful upright habit perfect for narrow spaces or vertical accents. Its medium pink semi-double blooms appear in November through December. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Medium pink semi-double blooms in fall Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features fall blooming Use accent, hedge Exposure Full-sun to Part-shade Bloom Season winter Dimension 10-12'H x 6-8'W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Keep moist, but not consistently wet Soil Type Rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soil Fertilizer spring Pruning Shape in early spring PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Brilliant star-shaped crimson blooms blaze against glossy green leaves on this dense growing shrub. Illicium is deer resistant. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Star-shaped crimson blooms, compact and dense growth habit Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9,10 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F USDA Zones 7-10 Key Features Use Exposure Part shade to full shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 4-6' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Moderate CARE Water Regular Water Soil Type Well-drained Garden Soil Fertilizer Apply a balanced slow-release each spring Pruning Prune after spring bloom PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in part shade to full shade dig hole 2X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants; fertilize in early spring

Easy to grow, low maintenance groundcover shrub holds rich purple foliage year round. Purple Pixie® is great as a border edger, in mass plantings, on slopes or cascading over retaining walls. Adds vibrant color spilling over containers and hanging baskets. Features Feature/Bloom Magenta ribbons in spring and sometimes summer Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 0°F USDA 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 6-9, 14-24 Special Features Deer resistant, reblooming, dwarf, year-round interest Landscape Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, groundcover, raised beds Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring, summer Dimension 1 ft H x 4-5 ft W Growth Rate Slow to moderate Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

This unique holly grows tall and slim to an average 20 ft. tall by 3 ft. wide. Brilliant red berries in winter contrast brightly against the evergreen leaves. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Brilliant red berries in winter contrast brightly against the evergreen leaves Plant Type Trees Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Year-round interest, dwarf, deer resistant Use Accent, container Exposure Full sun Bloom Season None Dimension 20' H x 3' W Growth Rate Fast CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Spring Pruning Not needed but if desired, in winter PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Alan & Linda Detrick Photography
Photo of a traditional landscaping in New York.

Low growing, spreading, American native with light lavender flower clusters. Incredibly heat tolerant. Use as ground covers or in planters. Southern Living® calls this perennial “bambi-proof.” FEATURES Bloom/Feature Lavender flower clusters from spring until fall Plant Type Annuals Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 0°F Key Features Heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, water-wise, dwarf Use Border, container, groundcover, mass planting Exposure Full sun Bloom Season Spring, summer Dimension 12-14" H x spreading Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Keep on the dry side of moist Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Monthly in garden; bi-monthly in containers Pruning Prune as desired, but not required PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Photo by Pete Veilleux, East Bay Wilds. 'Island Pink' yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Island Pink') with woolly blue curls (Trichostema lanatum).

Low growing, spreading, American native with light lavender flower clusters. Incredibly heat tolerant. Use as ground covers or in planters. Southern Living® calls this perennial “bambi-proof.” FEATURES Bloom/Feature Lavender flower clusters from spring until fall Plant Type Perennials Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous USDA Zones 7,8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, water-wise, dwarf Use border, container, groundcover, mass planting Exposure Full sun Bloom Season spring, summer Dimension 12-14" H x spreading Growth Rate Moderate to fast growth CARE Water Keep on the dry side of moist Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Monthly in garden;: bi-monthly in containers Pruning Prune as desired, but not required PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Tropical Gardenia fragrance on a cold hardy, easy care plant. Jubilation flowers from spring through fall with masses of white blooms. Plant near patios, porches, decks, and other outdoor living areas where the fragrance can be enjoyed. Features Feature/Bloom White flowers in spring, reblooming summer to fall Evergreen or Deciduous evergreen USDA Zones Hardy to 0°F USDA 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Sunset Zones 7-9, 12-16, 18-24 Special Features Fall blooming, reblooming, dwarf, attracts birds/butterflies, aromatic Landscape Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Spring, summer, fall Dimension 3-4 ft H x 3-4 ft W Growth Rate Moderate to fast Plant Type evergreen About the Collection Brought to you by the authority on Western gardening, the Sunset Western Garden Collection is an exclusive plant collection of top performing plants for the Western Gardener.

Yewtopia Plum Yew—the South’s answer to English Yews! With a slightly upright, vase-like growth habit, this plum yew is heat tolerant, drought resistant, and shade loving. Use Yewtopia® where low growing hedges are needed. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Drought resistant Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 6,7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to -10°F Key Features Heat tolerance, drought tolerance, water-wise, deer resistant Use Accent, container, mass planting, slope, hedge, border Exposure Part sun to shade Bloom Season Spring Dimension 3-4' H x 3-4' W Growth Rate Moderate to slow growth CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well-drained garden soil Fertilizer Early Spring Pruning Shape in early spring before first flush PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in mostly shade to part sun dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

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The disease-resistant All A Flutter™ Shrub Rose produces bright fuschia pink, semi-double blooms and reblooms spring until fall. FEATURES Bloom/Feature Fuschia-pink semi-double blooms Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 5,6,7,8,9,10,11 Zone Detail Hardy to -20 F Key Features Disease/pest resistance, fall blooming Use Accent, hedge, container, mass planting Exposure Full sun Bloom Season Sspring, summer Dimension 3' H x 3' W Growth Rate Moderate to fast CARE Water Water as needed Soil Type Well drained garden soil Fertilizer Do not fertilize until after the first bloom cycle. Apply after the first wave of flowering. Do not fertilize late in the summer Pruning Deadhead during growing season; prune in early spring when shoots begin to emerge PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants

Brilliant white blooms make the Diana Camellia fit any garden color scheme. Compact with a medium growth rate, Diana blooms in October to November. FEATURES Bloom/Feature White semi-double flowers in fall Plant Type Shrubs Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen USDA Zones 7,8,9 Zone Detail Hardy to 0 F Key Features Ffall blooming Use Accent, hedge Exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom Season Fall Dimension 8-10'H x 6-8'W Growth Rate Slow to moderate CARE Water Keep moist, but not consistently wet Soil Type Rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soil Fertilizer Spring Pruning Shape in early spring PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS water before planting plant in full sun to part shade dig hole 3X the width of pot, backfill and plant 1”-2” above soil level water and add more soil if needed mulch plants