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February 13th, 2025
Tucson’s desert climate presents a unique opportunity to create stunning, water-efficient outdoor spaces that blend natural beauty with sustainability. While fountains may seem like a high-water feature, they can be integrated into xeriscaping and drought-resistant landscapes when designed correctly. By combining low-water-use plants, efficient irrigation, and strategically placed Tucson fountains, you can create a relaxing…
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March 11th, 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…
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October 25th, 2012
A beautiful example of a Sonoran Gardens new construction installation: All masonry, iron work including gates, fences and trellises, brick paving, plantings, and pots by Sonoran Gardens! Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design, Construction and Custom Care Landscape Maintenance in Tucson, Arizona, was established in 1996 by Chris Niccum. Chris has a Bachelor’s degree in Ornamental Horticulture…
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October 1st, 2012
It’s a great time for a landscape spruce up! Summer’s heat is beginning to subside, and plants are awakening from their summer dormancy. They want to grow and bloom! Replace those plants that may have been burned over the last couple months. These cooler evenings mean great weather for outdoor living. So, liven your landscape…
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September 5th, 2012
The Many Climate Zones of Arizona by Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design & Construction Arizona has a reputation. Ask anyone that has never been here to describe what they think of when they think of Arizona and you will inevitably hear: hot, dry, barren. That’s where we come in. You’ll need Tucson Landscape Design experts to…
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July 20th, 2012
For years, Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design & Construction has been receiving questions about LED landscape lighting. Our response has always been that the technology wasn’t quite there yet. Outdoor lighting should provide soft and subtle highlights not a florescent impersonation of a UFO landing in your front yard. I always say that landscape lighting is…
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July 6th, 2012
In honor of the Fourth of July and summertime, I have decided to blog about one of America’s favorite pastimes – BBQ! There are few things that bring to mind “American summertime” like grilling. You can kick these celebrations (or regular dinners) up a notch with an outdoor kitchen. In Southern Arizona, outdoor kitchens are…
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June 29th, 2012
This beautiful custom fountain was recently installed at a project in Tucson, Arizona. The fountain is hand carved and each tile was individually handpainted. I love seeing special features like this evolve from our designer’s visions! To learn more about a custom fountain for your home or office please call Sonoran Gardens Landscape & Design…
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June 25th, 2012
Sonoran Gardens in Tucson, Arizona, was featured in the Arizona Daily Star’s Father’s Day article about father/son business partners. Here’s a snipet of the article, with the full link below. Sonoran Gardens residential landscape design • FATHER-SON: Chris and Matt Niccum • YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1996 • QUOTE: “We really not only respect each other and…
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June 12th, 2012
Sonoran Gardens Landscape Design & Construction is proud to feature this month’s designer: Rachel Gioannini Rachel is an APLD Certified Landscape Designer. She specializes in residential landscape design, incorporating wise plant choices for the fragile desert southwest as well as passive water harvesting and easy-to-implement, earth friendly ideas. Rachel holds both a BFA and an…
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