Sonoran Gardens Newsletters
It’s never too early to get ready for fall
Augest 22, 2018 Yes, we know it’s still blazing hot out there.
But before you know it, fall will be upon us. That means: … view entire newsletter
Augest 22, 2018 Yes, we know it’s still blazing hot out there.
But before you know it, fall will be upon us. That means: … view entire newsletter
Does your home need clean-up & maintenance?
July 6, 2018 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to the health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. Professional care of your costly landscaping is similar to proper car care… view entire newsletter
July 6, 2018 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to the health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. Professional care of your costly landscaping is similar to proper car care… view entire newsletter
Help! My Plants Are Dying!!!
June 7, 2018 This time of year is when we receive lots of phone calls from customers worried that their plants are wilting and dying under the summer heat. Fear not! Wilting signals distress but also serves as a way for plants to survive… view entire newsletter
June 7, 2018 This time of year is when we receive lots of phone calls from customers worried that their plants are wilting and dying under the summer heat. Fear not! Wilting signals distress but also serves as a way for plants to survive… view entire newsletter
Spring is upon us!
April 26, 2018 IT’S TIME FOR LOTS OF COLOR WITH SPRING POTS & GARDENS.
We are the pot experts! Let our Contained Gardener team show you how pots can light up your living areas inside & out… view entire newsletter
April 26, 2018 IT’S TIME FOR LOTS OF COLOR WITH SPRING POTS & GARDENS.
We are the pot experts! Let our Contained Gardener team show you how pots can light up your living areas inside & out… view entire newsletter
Does your home need clean-up & maintenance?
January 26, 2018 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to the health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. Professional care of your costly landscaping is similar to proper car care… view entire newsletter
January 26, 2018 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to the health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. Professional care of your costly landscaping is similar to proper car care… view entire newsletter
Outdoor Lighting it’s more than just lighting up spaces
January 2, 2018 Sonoran Gardens specializes in custom outdoor lighting design and installation by using our extensive lighting knowledge to make your outdoor living spaces come alive! And, we use the very best from FX Luminaire… view entire newsletter
January 2, 2018 Sonoran Gardens specializes in custom outdoor lighting design and installation by using our extensive lighting knowledge to make your outdoor living spaces come alive! And, we use the very best from FX Luminaire… view entire newsletter
Fall gardening tips from Sonoran Gardens
October 27, 2017 Believe it or not, but now is the time to start scheduling Sonoran Gardens to plant flowers for your winter pots. If you like to plant on your own, always shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
October 27, 2017 Believe it or not, but now is the time to start scheduling Sonoran Gardens to plant flowers for your winter pots. If you like to plant on your own, always shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
Humidity, lots of rain…no wonder Tucson is so green!
August 1, 2017 It might not come as a surprise that there’s no water plants love better than rainwater. Imagine your thirsty plants doused in droplets fallen fresh from the sky, their leaves expertly channeling the bounty down stalks and into the soil… view entire newsletter
August 1, 2017 It might not come as a surprise that there’s no water plants love better than rainwater. Imagine your thirsty plants doused in droplets fallen fresh from the sky, their leaves expertly channeling the bounty down stalks and into the soil… view entire newsletter
Get Ready for Tucson’s Monsoons!
June 30, 2017 Summer Monsoons bring flooding, strong/gusty winds, and lightening, as well as much needed rain to help quench the thirst of Tucson’s plants and soil… view entire newsletter
June 30, 2017 Summer Monsoons bring flooding, strong/gusty winds, and lightening, as well as much needed rain to help quench the thirst of Tucson’s plants and soil… view entire newsletter
Spring is Upon Us!
March 15, 2017 We are the pot experts! Let our Contained Gardener team show you how pots can light up your living areas inside & out! A few thoughts… view entire newsletter
March 15, 2017 We are the pot experts! Let our Contained Gardener team show you how pots can light up your living areas inside & out! A few thoughts… view entire newsletter
Looks like spring is almost here!
February 16, 2017 With Spring approaching fast, here are a few tips to get you started this season, so all of your plants return to form… view entire newsletter
February 16, 2017 With Spring approaching fast, here are a few tips to get you started this season, so all of your plants return to form… view entire newsletter
Beware, City of Tucson Water Rates Have Increased!
January 05, 2017 Let Sonoran Gardens Light Up Your Outdoor Spaces… view entire newsletter
January 05, 2017 Let Sonoran Gardens Light Up Your Outdoor Spaces… view entire newsletter
November/December Enews
December 8, 2016 You can still plant flowers in pots for the winter. Try to do it when the temperatures for the week will be in the upper 70’s through 80’s. Shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
December 8, 2016 You can still plant flowers in pots for the winter. Try to do it when the temperatures for the week will be in the upper 70’s through 80’s. Shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
Enjoy these beautiful Fall nights with your very own outdoor fire feature!
October 19, 2016 At Sonoran Gardens we can do just about anything you desire for your outdoor living areas. From outdoor fireplaces and fire pits to custom outdoor kitchens and water features, we can make your dream a reality… view entire newsletter
October 19, 2016 At Sonoran Gardens we can do just about anything you desire for your outdoor living areas. From outdoor fireplaces and fire pits to custom outdoor kitchens and water features, we can make your dream a reality… view entire newsletter
September Gardening Tips from Sonoran Gardens
September 15, 2016 Believe it or not, but now is the time to start scheduling Sonoran Gardens to plant flowers for your winter pots. If you like to plant on your own, always shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
September 15, 2016 Believe it or not, but now is the time to start scheduling Sonoran Gardens to plant flowers for your winter pots. If you like to plant on your own, always shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
Important Tips on Summer Tree & Plant Trimming + New Ideas for Fall Color
August 16, 2016 Be careful with pruning & cutting, whether you do it yourself or have our trained maintenance team do it for you. Tree and shrub pruning is best done on a scheduled that suits the particular plant… view entire newsletter
August 16, 2016 Be careful with pruning & cutting, whether you do it yourself or have our trained maintenance team do it for you. Tree and shrub pruning is best done on a scheduled that suits the particular plant… view entire newsletter
What you need to know about wilting plants and how to care for them!
July 13, 2016 Let’s face it, many of us are guilty of think that the extreme desert heat is killing our plants when we see them wilted and dry. But, guess what, it’s natural! Your plants are not dying and they’ll be just fine … view entire newsletter
July 13, 2016 Let’s face it, many of us are guilty of think that the extreme desert heat is killing our plants when we see them wilted and dry. But, guess what, it’s natural! Your plants are not dying and they’ll be just fine … view entire newsletter
Excessive heat warning from 12pm Sunday until 8pm Wednesday
June 17, 2016 Please be patient with our crews during this time. To avoid prolonged heat exposure, they will be arriving early in the morning and may have slow production output… view entire newsletter
June 17, 2016 Please be patient with our crews during this time. To avoid prolonged heat exposure, they will be arriving early in the morning and may have slow production output… view entire newsletter
Be a knowledgeable consumer.
May 10, 2016 At Sonoran Gardens we fill that you should have answers to these questions before you choose the company that will design & build your outside living spaces … view entire newsletter
May 10, 2016 At Sonoran Gardens we fill that you should have answers to these questions before you choose the company that will design & build your outside living spaces … view entire newsletter
Does Your Home Need Clean-up & Maintenance?
March 29, 2016 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to the health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. Professional care of your costly landscaping is similar to proper car care … view entire newsletter
March 29, 2016 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to the health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. Professional care of your costly landscaping is similar to proper car care … view entire newsletter
Looks Like Spring is Here!
February 12, 2016 If your plants are anything like mine these days. they look happy and full of blooms right now, but we need to remember it is going to be hot soon. Especially with our warm winter, plants are already thinking we are well into Spring … view entire newsletter
February 12, 2016 If your plants are anything like mine these days. they look happy and full of blooms right now, but we need to remember it is going to be hot soon. Especially with our warm winter, plants are already thinking we are well into Spring … view entire newsletter
Winter Construction Savings Now at Sonoran Gardens
January 27, 2016 At Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design & Construction we pride ourselves in always earning our client’s trust and business through the highest quality workmanship and integrity, but sometimes we realize that price can be a factor … view entire newsletter
January 27, 2016 At Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design & Construction we pride ourselves in always earning our client’s trust and business through the highest quality workmanship and integrity, but sometimes we realize that price can be a factor … view entire newsletter
Don’t Forget to Care For Your Roses in January!
January 8, 2016 Roses are a delicate plant in the desert southwest. Proper care throughout the year is critical, especially in the winter months … view entire newsletter
January 8, 2016 Roses are a delicate plant in the desert southwest. Proper care throughout the year is critical, especially in the winter months … view entire newsletter
Enjoy these beautiful Fall nights with your very own outdoor fire feature!
November 11, 2015 At Sonoran Gardens we can do just about anything you can think of for your outdoor living areas. From outdoor fireplaces and fire pits to custom outdoor kitchens and water features, we can make your dream a reality … view entire newsletter
November 11, 2015 At Sonoran Gardens we can do just about anything you can think of for your outdoor living areas. From outdoor fireplaces and fire pits to custom outdoor kitchens and water features, we can make your dream a reality … view entire newsletter
Does Your Home Need Clean-up & Maintenance? Sonoran Gardens Can Help Today!
October 9, 2015 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to eh health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. At Sonoran Gardens we have just that crew and we would very much like to show you how we are different from the rest … view entire newsletter
October 9, 2015 Choosing a qualified and knowledgeable landscape maintenance and clean-up crew is so important to eh health and longevity of your entire outdoor landscape. At Sonoran Gardens we have just that crew and we would very much like to show you how we are different from the rest … view entire newsletter
September Gardening Tips from Sonoran Gardens
September 17, 2015 Believe it or not, but now is the time to start scheduling Sonoran Gardens to plant flowers for your winter pots. If you like to plant on your own, always shop for the best selections at our local nurseries … view entire newsletter
September 17, 2015 Believe it or not, but now is the time to start scheduling Sonoran Gardens to plant flowers for your winter pots. If you like to plant on your own, always shop for the best selections at our local nurseries … view entire newsletter
It’s Never too Early to Get Ready For Fall Landscape Construction and Upkeep!
August 7, 2015 Yes, we know it’s still blazing hot out there, but before you know it Fall will be upon us. That means … view entire newsletter
August 7, 2015 Yes, we know it’s still blazing hot out there, but before you know it Fall will be upon us. That means … view entire newsletter
July Landscaping Tips!
July 3, 2015 Our July landscaping tips are brought to you by the Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association, Janet Waibel, and the Sustainable Landscape Management program … view entire newsletter
July 3, 2015 Our July landscaping tips are brought to you by the Arizona Landscape Contractors’ Association, Janet Waibel, and the Sustainable Landscape Management program … view entire newsletter
Summer Pots Are Blooming! Wouldn’t These Look Great at Your Home?
June 1, 2015 At Sonoran Gardens we specialize in adding vibrant colors to homes and offices throughout Tucson. With Winter flowers now dying off, now’s the time to plant Summer annuals such as Vinca, Pentas, Angelonia, Coleus, Zinnias, and Sweet Potato Vine … view entire newsletter
June 1, 2015 At Sonoran Gardens we specialize in adding vibrant colors to homes and offices throughout Tucson. With Winter flowers now dying off, now’s the time to plant Summer annuals such as Vinca, Pentas, Angelonia, Coleus, Zinnias, and Sweet Potato Vine … view entire newsletter
How Should I Adjust My Irrigation Controller For Warmer Weather?
April 15, 2015 It is getting hot in the Old Pueblo! Make sure your irrigation controller is adjusted properly. Your plants need extra water with the high temperatures and low humidity … view entire newsletter
April 15, 2015 It is getting hot in the Old Pueblo! Make sure your irrigation controller is adjusted properly. Your plants need extra water with the high temperatures and low humidity … view entire newsletter
Looks Like Spring is Here! What Happened to Winter? A Few Tips From Your Friends at Sonoran Gardens.
March 12, 2015 If your plants are anything like mine these days. they look happy and full of blooms right now, but we need to remember it is going to be hot soon. Especially with our warm winter, plants are already thinking we are well into Spring. So, here are a few tips to get you started this season … view entire newsletter
March 12, 2015 If your plants are anything like mine these days. they look happy and full of blooms right now, but we need to remember it is going to be hot soon. Especially with our warm winter, plants are already thinking we are well into Spring. So, here are a few tips to get you started this season … view entire newsletter
What Does Xeriscape Really Mean?
February 6, 2015 In the January 17 Arizona Daily Star, Sonoran Gardens was featured in a discussion of low water landscaping in the Desert Southwest … view entire newsletter
February 6, 2015 In the January 17 Arizona Daily Star, Sonoran Gardens was featured in a discussion of low water landscaping in the Desert Southwest … view entire newsletter
Don’t Forget to Care For Your Roses in January!
January 16, 2015 The most important task to start in January is pruning your roses. The best type of pruners to use are bypass pruners that work similar to scissors. Anvil type pruners will crush your rose stems. Remove the top 1/2 to 2/3 of the rose bush. Remove any dead canes and small twiggy growth. Also remove any canes that are crossing through the middle of the bush or rubbing against other canes. Make your cuts about 1/4 inch above a bud eye that is facing out from the center of the bush. Strip all leaves from the canes … view entire newsletter
January 16, 2015 The most important task to start in January is pruning your roses. The best type of pruners to use are bypass pruners that work similar to scissors. Anvil type pruners will crush your rose stems. Remove the top 1/2 to 2/3 of the rose bush. Remove any dead canes and small twiggy growth. Also remove any canes that are crossing through the middle of the bush or rubbing against other canes. Make your cuts about 1/4 inch above a bud eye that is facing out from the center of the bush. Strip all leaves from the canes … view entire newsletter
And the winner is …
December 2, 2014 On Saturday, November 22, 2014, the Arizona Landscape Contractors Association held its 38th annual Excellence in Landscaping Awards Program and Banquet at Loew’s Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson. This program recognizes member companies who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to designing, installing and maintaining beautiful and sustainable landscapes in Arizona. Projects are submitted by member companies, judged by a panel of industry experts and must adhere to strict criteria of industry standards to be considered for an award. This year Sonoran Gardens submitted two residential design and new installation projects and one residential redesign and renovation project for consideration by the judges … view entire newsletter
December 2, 2014 On Saturday, November 22, 2014, the Arizona Landscape Contractors Association held its 38th annual Excellence in Landscaping Awards Program and Banquet at Loew’s Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson. This program recognizes member companies who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to designing, installing and maintaining beautiful and sustainable landscapes in Arizona. Projects are submitted by member companies, judged by a panel of industry experts and must adhere to strict criteria of industry standards to be considered for an award. This year Sonoran Gardens submitted two residential design and new installation projects and one residential redesign and renovation project for consideration by the judges … view entire newsletter
Beautiful Winter Potted Gardens Can Transform Your Home or Office!
November 1, 2014 Call the Sonoran Gardens Potted Gardens Specialists Today. Now’s the right time to plant your winter annuals. No one in Tucson can match the beauty we’ll bring you … view entire newsletter
November 1, 2014 Call the Sonoran Gardens Potted Gardens Specialists Today. Now’s the right time to plant your winter annuals. No one in Tucson can match the beauty we’ll bring you … view entire newsletter
Enjoy these beautiful Fall nights with your very own outdoor fire feature!
October 16, 2014 At Sonoran Gardens we can do just about anything you can think of for your outdoor living areas. From outdoor fireplaces and fire pits to custom outdoor kitchens and water features, we can make your dream a reality … view entire newsletter
October 16, 2014 At Sonoran Gardens we can do just about anything you can think of for your outdoor living areas. From outdoor fireplaces and fire pits to custom outdoor kitchens and water features, we can make your dream a reality … view entire newsletter
Have the backyard you’ve always wanted starting at $15,900!!!
August 28, 2014 Now you can have the outdoor entertainment space you’ve always wanted starting at $15,900 … view entire newsletter
August 28, 2014 Now you can have the outdoor entertainment space you’ve always wanted starting at $15,900 … view entire newsletter
Let us show you how fun outdoor living can be!
August 5, 2014 Outdoor kitchens, bars, water features, spectacular patios, creative landscape…whatever you can imagine … view entire newsletter
August 5, 2014 Outdoor kitchens, bars, water features, spectacular patios, creative landscape…whatever you can imagine … view entire newsletter
Summer Construction Savings Now at Sonoran Gardens…Let us construct your outdoor living today!
July 11, 2014 At Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design & Construction we pride ourselves in always earning our client’s trust and business through the highest quality workmanship and integrity, but sometimes we realize that price can be a factor. So, now through August 15, 2014, we are offering a 5% discount on the price landscape projects that begin by August 15 … view entire newsletter
July 11, 2014 At Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design & Construction we pride ourselves in always earning our client’s trust and business through the highest quality workmanship and integrity, but sometimes we realize that price can be a factor. So, now through August 15, 2014, we are offering a 5% discount on the price landscape projects that begin by August 15 … view entire newsletter
Help! My plants are dying!!! Give wilted plants time to recover before declaring them dead!
June 11, 2014 Happy summer to all of our friends of Sonoran Gardens. This time of year is when we receive lots of phone calls from customers worried that their plants are wilting and dying under the summer heat. Fear not! Wilting signals distress but also serves as a way for plants to survive it … view entire newsletter
June 11, 2014 Happy summer to all of our friends of Sonoran Gardens. This time of year is when we receive lots of phone calls from customers worried that their plants are wilting and dying under the summer heat. Fear not! Wilting signals distress but also serves as a way for plants to survive it … view entire newsletter
Isn’t it time for you to have your very own vegetable garden?
May 14, 2014 Having a vegetable garden of your own can be very rewarding. You’ll be able bring foods from your garden right to your table and you won’t believe how much better they taste than what you buy in the grocery store. It’s such a relaxing hobby, too. Call our Sonoran Gardens’ staff today to discuss how we can build yours … view entire newsletter
May 14, 2014 Having a vegetable garden of your own can be very rewarding. You’ll be able bring foods from your garden right to your table and you won’t believe how much better they taste than what you buy in the grocery store. It’s such a relaxing hobby, too. Call our Sonoran Gardens’ staff today to discuss how we can build yours … view entire newsletter
Is your landscape ready for our dry warm weather?
April 8, 2014 If your plants are looking frail, check your irrigation controller. Did you re-program it off a winter cycle? With longer, warmer days even our drought resistant landscapes need more water. If you are uncertain how to reprogram your controller call our Sonoran Gardens’ Service Technician and he can set it up for the warm seasons ahead, give you “clock school”, or set you up for quarterly visits so you never have to worry about seasonal adjustments and cleanings again … view entire newsletter
April 8, 2014 If your plants are looking frail, check your irrigation controller. Did you re-program it off a winter cycle? With longer, warmer days even our drought resistant landscapes need more water. If you are uncertain how to reprogram your controller call our Sonoran Gardens’ Service Technician and he can set it up for the warm seasons ahead, give you “clock school”, or set you up for quarterly visits so you never have to worry about seasonal adjustments and cleanings again … view entire newsletter
Looks Like Spring is Here! What Happened to Winter???!!! A Few Tips From Your Friends at Sonoran Gardens!
March 3, 2014 If your plants are anything like mine these days. they look happy and full of blooms right now, but we need to remember it is going to be hot soon. Especially with our warm winter, plants are already thinking we are well into Spring … view entire newsletter
March 3, 2014 If your plants are anything like mine these days. they look happy and full of blooms right now, but we need to remember it is going to be hot soon. Especially with our warm winter, plants are already thinking we are well into Spring … view entire newsletter
Landscape Maintenance & Potted Plans Like You’ve Never Seen Before!
February 1, 2014 You can still plant flowers in pots for the winter. Try to do it when the temperatures for the week will be in the upper 70’s through 80’s. Shop for the best selections at our local nurseries … view entire newsletter
February 1, 2014 You can still plant flowers in pots for the winter. Try to do it when the temperatures for the week will be in the upper 70’s through 80’s. Shop for the best selections at our local nurseries … view entire newsletter
Are your ready to renovate or add to your outdoor living spaces?
November 11, 2013 Allow our team to renovate or add to your outdoor living spaces. We can help you in so many ways … view entire newsletter
November 11, 2013 Allow our team to renovate or add to your outdoor living spaces. We can help you in so many ways … view entire newsletter
Welcome to the Sonoran Desert in beautiful Tucson, Arizona!
September 12, 2013 So many times when we tell our friends that we live in the desert, they conjure up images of us living amongst tumbleweeds and coyotes. Yes, that is definitely a part of our past, but today desert living has taken on a new look … view entire newsletter
September 12, 2013 So many times when we tell our friends that we live in the desert, they conjure up images of us living amongst tumbleweeds and coyotes. Yes, that is definitely a part of our past, but today desert living has taken on a new look … view entire newsletter
Sonoran Gardens Summer Clean-ups. Crews Ready to go today!
August 14, 2013 Are your outdoor areas a mess? Is the job just too big? Sonoran Gardens team of clean-up and renovation specialists are ready to start your job today! We can do it all … view entire newsletter
August 14, 2013 Are your outdoor areas a mess? Is the job just too big? Sonoran Gardens team of clean-up and renovation specialists are ready to start your job today! We can do it all … view entire newsletter
It’s Never too Early to Get Ready For Fall Landscape Construction and Upkeep!
August 6, 2013 Yes, we know it’s still blazing hot out there, but before you know it Fall will be upon us. That means … view entire newsletter
August 6, 2013 Yes, we know it’s still blazing hot out there, but before you know it Fall will be upon us. That means … view entire newsletter
Don’t Let the Monsoons Get the Better of Your Home. Apply Pre-Emergent Now to Control Weed Growth!
July 1, 2013 When the heavy monsoon rains come, weeds follow very quickly. One way to control weeds, or even eliminate weed growth, is to apply a pre-emergent granule or spray. These products can be found in almost all garden stores and are easy to apply with a spreader or sprayer… view entire newsletter
July 1, 2013 When the heavy monsoon rains come, weeds follow very quickly. One way to control weeds, or even eliminate weed growth, is to apply a pre-emergent granule or spray. These products can be found in almost all garden stores and are easy to apply with a spreader or sprayer… view entire newsletter
Helpful Tips from Sonoran Gardens to Start Your Desert Garden
June 12, 2013 Clean Up. Often the worst task, but you can’t start gardening until your yard is cleaned up. Think of it as a blank slate. This should include pruning, weeding, and raking at minimum … view entire newsletter
June 12, 2013 Clean Up. Often the worst task, but you can’t start gardening until your yard is cleaned up. Think of it as a blank slate. This should include pruning, weeding, and raking at minimum … view entire newsletter
How should I adjust my irrigation controller for summer in Tucson?
April 29, 2013 It is hot! Make sure your irrigation controller is adjusted for summer. Your plants need extra water with the high temperatures and low humidity … view entire newsletter
April 29, 2013 It is hot! Make sure your irrigation controller is adjusted for summer. Your plants need extra water with the high temperatures and low humidity … view entire newsletter
Welcome to Spring from Sonoran Gardens
April 15, 2013 At this time of year we receive lots of questions about proper irrigation and good plants & flowers for the Spring. Below is a great article on irrigation from the City of Tucson and Tucson Water. Remember, Sonoran Gardens’ maintenance staff can always assist you in preparing your irrigation system for each season … view entire newsletter
April 15, 2013 At this time of year we receive lots of questions about proper irrigation and good plants & flowers for the Spring. Below is a great article on irrigation from the City of Tucson and Tucson Water. Remember, Sonoran Gardens’ maintenance staff can always assist you in preparing your irrigation system for each season … view entire newsletter
Landscape Maintenance Tips From Your Friends at Sonoran Gardens
February 21, 2013 Yes, I believe we can all agree that we might be having the most unusual Tucson winter weather in quite some time, but Spring will soon be here and we thought we would share a few tips on what you should be doing in your outdoor spaces. As always, Sonoran Gardens is here to help with our Custom Care Maintenance program that can take care of all of your maintenance needs every month. For more information, please call us at 520-579-9411… view entire newsletter
February 21, 2013 Yes, I believe we can all agree that we might be having the most unusual Tucson winter weather in quite some time, but Spring will soon be here and we thought we would share a few tips on what you should be doing in your outdoor spaces. As always, Sonoran Gardens is here to help with our Custom Care Maintenance program that can take care of all of your maintenance needs every month. For more information, please call us at 520-579-9411… view entire newsletter
Taking Proper Care of Your Plants and Trees This Winter
January 11, 2013 Tucson’s winter weather extremes, especially hard frosts, can be quite damaging to our plants, trees, flowers and planted gardens. Simple precautions can make a huge difference in their life and reemergence this Spring… view entire newsletter
January 11, 2013 Tucson’s winter weather extremes, especially hard frosts, can be quite damaging to our plants, trees, flowers and planted gardens. Simple precautions can make a huge difference in their life and reemergence this Spring… view entire newsletter
November/December Enews
November 13, 2012 You can still plant flowers in pots for the winter. Try to do it when the temperatures for the week will be in the upper 70’s through 80’s. Shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
November 13, 2012 You can still plant flowers in pots for the winter. Try to do it when the temperatures for the week will be in the upper 70’s through 80’s. Shop for the best selections at our local nurseries… view entire newsletter
Get Ready Tucson, The Summer Monsoon Is Coming!
June, 2012 Did you know the term Monsoon Season is actually redundant? The word Monsoon comes from the Arabic term “mausim,” which means “season.” So saying “monsoon season” is like saying “season season.” Similar to when I see “stuffed chile rellenos” on a menu (translated that would be “stuffed stuffed chile”). A better way to say it is “Summer Monsoon.” Summer Monsoons bring flooding, strong/gusty winds, and lightening, as well as much needed rain to help quench the thirst of Tucson’s plants and soil… view entire newsletter
June, 2012 Did you know the term Monsoon Season is actually redundant? The word Monsoon comes from the Arabic term “mausim,” which means “season.” So saying “monsoon season” is like saying “season season.” Similar to when I see “stuffed chile rellenos” on a menu (translated that would be “stuffed stuffed chile”). A better way to say it is “Summer Monsoon.” Summer Monsoons bring flooding, strong/gusty winds, and lightening, as well as much needed rain to help quench the thirst of Tucson’s plants and soil… view entire newsletter
FREE Fall Potted Garden Classes!
September 15, 2012 Potted Gardens 101 in the Desert: Learn about getting started with a potted garden in the desert the right way so that your efforts do not end up in the compost heap! Container Gardening expert, Marylee Pangman will present this class at one of her favorite pottery stores… view entire newsletter
September 15, 2012 Potted Gardens 101 in the Desert: Learn about getting started with a potted garden in the desert the right way so that your efforts do not end up in the compost heap! Container Gardening expert, Marylee Pangman will present this class at one of her favorite pottery stores… view entire newsletter
We Can’t Contain Ourselves! Sonoran Gardens now offers potted plants and gardens from The Contained Gardener by Sonoran Gardens
August 7, 2012 Sonoran Gardens and The Contained Gardener are proud to announce our merger. Sonoran Gardens, founded in 1998 by Chris Niccum, is a leader in Southern Arizona’s residential landscape industry. With an unparalleled attention to detail we provide landscape design, installation, and maintenance services to residential customers in Tucson, AZ. Sonoran Gardens has three ALPD Designers on staff and has won numerous local, national, and international awards and recognitions for their amazing outdoor living areas… view entire newsletter
August 7, 2012 Sonoran Gardens and The Contained Gardener are proud to announce our merger. Sonoran Gardens, founded in 1998 by Chris Niccum, is a leader in Southern Arizona’s residential landscape industry. With an unparalleled attention to detail we provide landscape design, installation, and maintenance services to residential customers in Tucson, AZ. Sonoran Gardens has three ALPD Designers on staff and has won numerous local, national, and international awards and recognitions for their amazing outdoor living areas… view entire newsletter
Summer Watering Tips to Keep Your Water Bill Low & Your Plants Happy!
May, 2012 Without proper care, hot weather can be detrimental to your plants. A properly programmed irrigation controller can be the difference in keeping your plants healthy (and can save a lot of water!). These efficiencies cannot be found by setting it and forgetting it, the controller must be reprogrammed as the seasons change… view entire newsletter
May, 2012 Without proper care, hot weather can be detrimental to your plants. A properly programmed irrigation controller can be the difference in keeping your plants healthy (and can save a lot of water!). These efficiencies cannot be found by setting it and forgetting it, the controller must be reprogrammed as the seasons change… view entire newsletter
Butterflies & Hummingbirds Abound!
April, 2012 Butterflies and hummingbirds bring an added dimension to your garden. They are lured by scent and color, and tend to visit certain plants to feed on its nectar. Nectar is like soda for a butterfly – a sugary carbohydrate filled concoction that gives the butterfly energy… view entire newsletter
April, 2012 Butterflies and hummingbirds bring an added dimension to your garden. They are lured by scent and color, and tend to visit certain plants to feed on its nectar. Nectar is like soda for a butterfly – a sugary carbohydrate filled concoction that gives the butterfly energy… view entire newsletter
Maintaining Desert Plants and Trees for Optimal Springtime Growth
March, 2012 Last month we discussed that late February and early March are the best times to get new plants in the ground with enough time to naturally begin maturation before the harsh summer weather. This month we will talk about your existing, established plants and how they should be maintained for optimal springtime growth… view entire newsletter
March, 2012 Last month we discussed that late February and early March are the best times to get new plants in the ground with enough time to naturally begin maturation before the harsh summer weather. This month we will talk about your existing, established plants and how they should be maintained for optimal springtime growth… view entire newsletter
Spring Planting: What & When to Plant
February, 2012 In Tucson, the months of February, March, and early April are the best times for planting. It is a great time for roses, citrus trees, flower beds, and vegetable gardens. These plants will enjoy the warm days, but also a reprieve from the heat with the cool nights. It is important, however, that the new fragile plants are not planted until after the last frost. In the event a late frost sneaks up after your new plants have been planted make sure they are properly covered and attended to… view entire newsletter
February, 2012 In Tucson, the months of February, March, and early April are the best times for planting. It is a great time for roses, citrus trees, flower beds, and vegetable gardens. These plants will enjoy the warm days, but also a reprieve from the heat with the cool nights. It is important, however, that the new fragile plants are not planted until after the last frost. In the event a late frost sneaks up after your new plants have been planted make sure they are properly covered and attended to… view entire newsletter
Xeriscape and Irrigation
January, 2012 In this issue let’s learn about Xeriscape and irrigation.Xeriscaping does not mean ZEROscaping, where a landscape is devoid of colorful plant life and is a sea of dirt, sand, and gravel… view entire newsletter
January, 2012 In this issue let’s learn about Xeriscape and irrigation.Xeriscaping does not mean ZEROscaping, where a landscape is devoid of colorful plant life and is a sea of dirt, sand, and gravel… view entire newsletter
Happy Holidays from Sonoran Gardens
December, 2011 Our gift to you…a few tips on proper landscape irrigation. Your irrigation controller controls the irrigation system, but YOU control the controller! Landscapes rely on their irrigation systems to maintain the appropriate amount of watering throughout the year. In order to achieve the optimal watering schedule for your yard your irrigation controller must be adjusted (at minimum) as each season changes – February, April, October, and December…. view entire newsletter
December, 2011 Our gift to you…a few tips on proper landscape irrigation. Your irrigation controller controls the irrigation system, but YOU control the controller! Landscapes rely on their irrigation systems to maintain the appropriate amount of watering throughout the year. In order to achieve the optimal watering schedule for your yard your irrigation controller must be adjusted (at minimum) as each season changes – February, April, October, and December…. view entire newsletter
Tips to avoid damage to your landscape and irrigation
November, 2011 Normal lows are in the 40’s. but last winter brought on extreme temperatures with highs in the 30’s and record lows in the teens. This weather is too much for Tucson’s heat resistant, drought tolerate plants! In Tucson, the average first frost occurs on November 24th. To help avoid frost and freeze damage this winter there are some important steps to take… view entire newsletter
November, 2011 Normal lows are in the 40’s. but last winter brought on extreme temperatures with highs in the 30’s and record lows in the teens. This weather is too much for Tucson’s heat resistant, drought tolerate plants! In Tucson, the average first frost occurs on November 24th. To help avoid frost and freeze damage this winter there are some important steps to take… view entire newsletter
Custom Landscape Care
October, 2011 Since 1998 Sonoran Gardens has offered customized landscape design and installation services, creating hundreds of environments as individual as our clients. Too often we have heard from our designers and clients that as time passed the landscape become aged… view entire newsletter
October, 2011 Since 1998 Sonoran Gardens has offered customized landscape design and installation services, creating hundreds of environments as individual as our clients. Too often we have heard from our designers and clients that as time passed the landscape become aged… view entire newsletter