Landscaping in the southwest affords the gardener many choices. Native flora are ideal as they are adapted to the year-round warm temperatures and low rainfall. The wild shrubs of New Mexico would be perfect landscaping choices because they are used to the blazing sun and arid conditions. When selecting ornamental imports, consider the weather factors and high light exposure. Native soil should also be taken into account. Soils tend to be very deep but poorly draining, and most often a silt, clay, loam. Gardening in regions with little ambient humidity or precipitation can be challenging. Such conditions explain the American southwest. There are 4 deserts: the Great Basin, Sonoran, Chihuahua, and Mojave. These regions are very dry but experience a brief rainy season. Plants must be able to withstand such arid and hot conditions. Native Arizona bushes and other plants of the region are best accustomed to the natural weather […]
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