Aubrieta and Arabis are two early spring blooming perennials that BOTH go by the common name of Rock Cress. Both are evergreen perennials (foliage remains through the winter). Both bloom prolifically in shades of white, pink, violet and purple. The major physical difference between them is the size of the leaves. Aubrietas have a smaller, finer Continue…
Going Native
Did you know that Utah is the second driest state in the nation with an average annual rainfall of just over 15 inches? Wow! So you can understand the importance of planting more drought-tolerant, water-wise plants
Succulent Green Wall
WHEW! The Salt Lake Tribune Spring Home and Garden Festival (could they make that name any longer?) is finally over! It was a great show this year though not as ‘splashy’ as last year’s show. The landscape industry in general is enduring the most difficult financial times EVER so it’s not surprising that the exhibits, Continue…