Instant Shade Combo — Shade Tree + 2 Sages (Save 15%)Beat the Phoenix heat a fast growing shade tree plus two flowering sages to fill the bed beneath it. Bundled to save 15%. 1 Southern Live Oak (15 gallon) dense evergreen canopy 2 Green Cloud Sage (5 gallon) purple blooms, drought proof understory Save 15% vs. buying separately Creates real shade for patios and yards Summer planting tip: stake the tree and deep water 23 weekly until established.

with proper spacing

The first flowers appear as the plant fully leafs out in spring

Focal Point & Specimen Plantings

curving agave that adds movement and texture alongside Arizona Star's rigid form

Jerry's Choice produces coral-red flowers continuously from spring through fall and often through winter as well

or garden borders for a neat

Avoid "crape murder" — the practice of drastically cutting back crape myrtle trunks each year

spine-tipped leaves need a little clearance

White Owl's Eyes Cactus Plant Details

it can survive on Phoenix's natural rainfall alone in most years

not a hedge

extreme aridity