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How to reduce plant damage from freezing

Living in sunny Phoenix, Arizona one would never expect that plants being injured or dying by freezing overnight temperatures was a concern. Believe it or not it happens more than you would think and here are a few tips from Green Goddess Nursery that may help save your plants when

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Green Goddess Tree Care Tips – Phoenix Tree Care

Proper watering is the most important thing to maintaining a healthy tree. Recommending an exact amount is difficult due to the variety of climate, soil and type of tree, but a good rule of thumb is to make sure the water soaks deep to the roots and must dry thoroughly

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Phoenix Grills Cleaning & BBQ Maintenance Tips

Keeping your barbeque grill clean is an essential task for enjoying that all American tradition of grilling. To appreciate the great taste of what you are barbequing while using Green Goddess’ Kamado Joe Grill or one of our Primo Grills; the grease build up needs to be eliminated both on

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Best Winter Plants for Phoenix

Winter flowers in Phoenix increase the beauty of your yard in an easy and affordable way. While our desert climate features year-round sunshine and a warm climate; the Phoenix area can have occasional frost, cooler temps and gray skies during the winter months. This weather change affects the types of

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Best Plants for the Phoenix Desert

Choosing the best plants for Phoenix weather must consider several factors. The year round sunshine and dry climate affects what foliage can thrive. Your time to water, fertilize and maintain flowering plants or perennials should be kept in mind. A garden is a mini-ecosystem and planting invasive species can crowd

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Organic Pest Control for Plants and Gardens

3 Homemade Solutions Organic bug killers for plants are safe solutions to a variety of problems. The benefits of garden pest control  extend to your exterior plants, family and the environment. Your foliage can thrive through all seasons if you know what plant pest control to use in the right

Tips for Fertilizing Plants and Trees in Phoenix

Fertilizing plants in Phoenix has common benefits but unique challenges compared to other parts of the country. Our arid climate requires special care for different plant species to thrive. This includes when and how to apply certain fertilizers to what plants. The season, plant food and level of water are

Taking Care of Plants in Hot Weather

Plant care in Phoenix involves several considerations. A dry climate makes it difficult to maintain soil moisture and other irrigation issues.  Chilly winter mornings often require exterior plants to be brought indoors or covered. Meanwhile, indoor plants need special attention to ensure adequate sunlight during the shorter days. However, the

Desert Landscaping Ideas in Phoenix

The Arizona desert offers many opportunities and challenges to landscaping. The arid climate can affect the plants, trees and flowers you select. Your ceramics and pots can also complement the desert for distinctive plant designs. While the options for desert landscaping in Phoenix are endless, there are several factors to

Phoenix Cactus Care – How to Take Care of Cactus Plants

Home plant designs in Phoenix face challenges from a dry climate. The need to ensure soil moisture is critical for plant and tree care throughout the year. This particularly applies to plants that do not store enough water in leaves or stems to cope with heat stress. Many Phoenix residents