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Botanical Wonders Near Florence: A Visit to Boyce Thompson Arboretum
Take a short trip from Florence, Arizona, to the Boyce Thompson Arboretum, home to desert succulents, global arid plants, and colorful cactus blooms. Learn the best times to visit, how to get there, and how this botanical wonder can inspire your own desert-friendly landscape design.
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Winter Blaze Emu Bush: A Fiery, Year-Round Star for Your Desert Garden
As a licensed landscape architect and lifelong gardener in San Tan Valley, Arizona, I’ve built my career at Franciscan Landscape LLC creating sustainable landscapes that thrive in our arid climate. Among the many desert-adapted plants I’ve grown, Eremophila glabra ‘Winter Blaze’ stands out for its glossy evergreen foliage and vibrant…
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Arizona Yellow Bells: A Native Burst of Sunshine for Your Desert Landscape
As a licensed landscape architect in San Tan Valley, Arizona, I’ve spent decades at Franciscan Landscape LLC perfecting desert gardens that balance beauty and resilience. One native plant that never fails to impress is Tecoma stans, commonly known as Arizona Yellow Bells. This vibrant shrub, with its stunning yellow blooms,…
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Torch Glow Bougainvillea: A Fiery, Low-Mess Gem for Your Desert Oasis
With decades of experience shaping vibrant, sustainable landscapes in San Tan Valley, Arizona, I’ve learned what makes a desert garden thrive. At Franciscan Landscape LLC, we prioritize plants that combine stunning aesthetics with resilience, and Bougainvillea ‘Torch Glow’ is a standout. This compact, thorned shrub bursts with fiery pinkish-orange bracts,…
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Tecoma ‘Orange Jubilee’: A Burst of Color for Your Desert Garden
As a licensed landscape architect and lifelong gardener in San Tan Valley, Arizona, I’ve dedicated my career at Franciscan Landscape LLC to crafting sustainable, vibrant landscapes that thrive in our arid climate. One plant that consistently stands out for its bold beauty and low-maintenance charm is Tecoma stans ‘Orange Jubilee’.…
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Red Bird of Paradise: A Vibrant, Low-Maintenance Star for Your Desert Landscape
Red Bird of Paradise: A Vibrant, Low-Maintenance Star for Your Desert Landscape As a lifelong gardener and licensed landscape architect here in San Tan Valley, Arizona, I’ve spent decades perfecting the art of creating sustainable, beautiful landscapes in our challenging desert climate. At Franciscan Landscape LLC, we specialize in plants…
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Gardening for Beginners: Getting Started with Your First Garden
Starting your first garden in the low desert of Arizona, including San Tan Valley, Queen Creek, and Florence, is an exciting venture that brings fresh produce, beautiful blooms, and a connection to nature. With Pinal County’s arid climate (USDA Hardiness Zones 9-10B, 8-12 inches annual rainfall), new gardeners face challenges…
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Essential Property Maintenance Services for Snowbirds in Arizona
If you’re a snowbird who calls Arizona home during the cooler months, you know the joy of escaping harsh winters for our sunny skies. But when you head back north—or wherever your summer takes you—your Arizona property still needs care. Leaving a home unattended for weeks or months can lead…
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