What gardeners REALLY want πͺ΄π, plants with a Valentine connection β€οΈ, & more ππ΅
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Hi, Desert Gardener,
This unusually warm weather has a lot of people asking whether it's safe to start spring pruning. I understand the urge, but the prudent answer is "not yet". The last frost date here in Tucson is March 15. It might be sooner or later for you. But a late cold snap is not out of the question. I guess it depends on how lucky you feel!
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Did you know... February 14 isn't just Valentine's Day, it's also the anniversary of Arizona's statehood. That's a fun bit of trivia you can wow your friends with.
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In this week's newsletter, we cover:
- Featured plants: Valentine emu, hearts & flowers
- Last minute garden e-gift cards
- What to do in the garden in February
- Upcoming gardening events
- and more!
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Valentine Emu Bush: Spectacular Winter Display
This evergreen shrub reliably puts on an eye-catching show of fuchsia flowers right around Valentine's Day. The flowers are so dense they temporarily obscure the foliage. When itβs finished blooming, it suddenly drops its petals, leaving behind a carpet of pink.
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What Gardeners REALLY Want
Forget chocolate or cut flowers. What we really want for Valentine's Day (and all the other days) is MORE PLANTS! It's not too late to order instant e-gift cards from the following Tucson nurseries (plus one in Phoenix). It helps to support our local nurseries as well.
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Baby Sun Rose: Shade-Loving Charmer
Also known as "hearts & flowers", this evergreen groundcover has fleshy, bright green, heart-shaped leaves that sparkle in the sun. Cheerful bright pink or red aster-like flowers bloom almost all year long. And unlike most desert plants, it prefers shade.
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Upcoming Garden Events & Classes
There's always more to learn about gardening! Check out these events and classes coming up soon.
* Native Pollinators & the Plants They Love @ Pima Co. Master Gardeners
* Growing Orchids @ Harlow Gardens
* Save Our Saguaros @ Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Get the details in our Tucson Gardening Events Calendar β
Not in Tucson? Look for online classes denoted with this icon. π» Anyone can participate in these.
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February Gardening Guide
February may still technically be winter, but itβs on the cusp of spring in the southwest. Hereβs a look at what you can plant, what you should prune, how and when to fertilize citrus, and more.
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Gardening Quote
"The garden is a love song, a duet between a human being and Mother Nature." β Jeff Cox, author, garden designer
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Before You Go...
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Keep growing and learning,
βDesert Dee
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