Did the agave snout weevil kill my agaves?
A few summers ago, a number of my Weber’s agaves had rotted. Was I watering them too much, or did […]
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August 2025
Butterfly agave care guidelines
Out of all the agaves I have in my landscape, most of my neighbors have told me that my butterfly
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How to grow the paper spine cactus
I often see the paper spine cactus (Tephrocactus articulatus var. papyracanthus) offered for sale in the garden centers of many
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Are spider plants drought-tolerant?
To me, spider plants add a tropical vibe to indoor living spaces. But, are they really drought-tolerant plants that thrive
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How to eliminate cochineal insect infestations
One day, I noticed that my Opuntia cactus had a few pads covered with a white, sticky substance. To me,
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How to prevent Pythium root rot
I used to have four golden barrel cacti (Echinocactus grusonii) in front of my house—they were over 40 years old.
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Red Bird of Paradise pros and cons
While other plants are wilting under the hot southwestern summer sun, my red bird of paradise (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) is looking
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Saguaro Cactus pros and cons
The saguaro cactus (Carnegiea gigantea) epitomizes the Old West. It gets big, it’s tough, and it can take the heat.
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Mexican Blue Palm pros and cons
I only have one Mexican Blue Palm (Brahea armata) in my landscape, but I wish I had more. They are
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