Question of the Week: Thornless Roses?
Q: Are there thornless roses? A: Yes! There are numerous roses (including climbing) that do not have thorns on them. They are a variety...


Plant of the Week: Sunray
Dwarf sunray tickseed coreopsis grandiflora 'sunray' Zone 3-9 This double bloom variety of tickseed is one of our favorites. Known for...

Transformation Tuesday: Simple, Yet Stunning
This Transformation Tuesday is a simple but stunning one. The client's entrance to their house had a brick walkway that didn’t flow too...
Question of the Week: Gravel and Driveways
Q: I have a gravel driveway and the gravel keeps getting pushed out to the edges as we drive over it. Is there any way to prevent it? A:...


Plant of the Week: Engelmann's Daisy
Engelmann's Daisy Engelmannia peristenia Zone 4-8 Vibrant, golden yellow flowers add explosive color during the summer months. Attracts...


Spring is in the Air!
Happy May from Desert Rose! We are excited to say that Spring is in the air! I think after this interesting winter we are all excited...
Question of the Week: Extending Irrigation
Q: How can I get irrigation run into an enclosed area? A: There are a few ways to get this done. If the builder did not put a sleeve...

Plant of the Week: Buena Vista
Buena vista lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Buena vista' Zone 5-10 A compact variety of English lavender. Blooms in late spring and...

Transformation Tuesday: Finally Finished!
This is the FINAL part of this particular job we worked on. Our client had landscape block that was mostly done but not completely...
Question of the Week: Nursery Plants
Q: What should I use when planting new nursery plants? A: You are going to want to add amendments to the soil to help your plant thrive....