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Civano e-Academy
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We are excited to bring you the latest updates and events from Civano Growers. Stay informed about their newest plant introductions, and general know-how from Certified Arborists and garden experts. Join us as we delve into the vibrant world of plants that thrive in the urban southwest and see how Civano Growers is pioneering the future of cultivated native plants.
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Monarch Magnet Asclepias: A Must-Have Pollinator Plant for Desert Gardens
'Monarch Magnet' Asclepias linaria 2.0 PPAF is the drought-tolerant pineleaf milkweed built for professional desert landscapes — and monarchs can't resist it.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 275 min read
How to Plant a Perennial in the Desert Southwest: The Professional's Guide to Getting It Right
Desert perennials fail for one reason: wrong timing and wrong soil prep. This professional guide covers how to plant perennials in the desert Southwest the right way.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 245 min read
Landscape with 'Purple Rain' Leucophyllum: Purple Power for Desert Gardens
'Purple Rain' Leucophyllum laevigatum PP35354 delivers fragrant purple blooms, upright dense form, and cold hardiness to 0°F — a top Texas sage for Southwest landscape design.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 215 min read
'Emerald Ice' Dodonaea: The Perfect Evergreen Shrub for Southwest Climates
'Emerald Ice' Dodonaea viscosa PP33514 is the cold-hardiest hopbush available — a glossy evergreen shrub built for hedges, screens, and Southwest landscape design.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 175 min read
An Upright Succulent: How to Landscape with 'Chilly Willy' Pedilanthus Macrocarpus
'Chilly Willy' Pedilanthus macrocarpus is the cold-hardiest lady slipper plant available — a sculptural upright succulent built for professional desert landscape design.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 135 min read
Mastering Desert Design: How 'Microburst' Leucophyllum Revolutionizes Small Flowering Shrubs for Desert Landscapes
'Microburst' Leucophyllum PP33437 is the first true dwarf Texas sage — compact, drought-tolerant, and ideal for small-space desert landscape design across the Southwest.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 104 min read
Lush, Tough, and Unstoppable: Why Leucophyllum Zygophyllum Laredo Should Be Your Landscape Star
Leucophyllum Zygophyllum Laredo delivers dense form, drought tolerance, and season-long purple blooms — the dependable low-water shrub for Southwest landscape pros.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 63 min read
San Antonio Rose Texas Ranger: The Ultimate Pink Flowering Shrub for the Desert Landscape
San Antonio Rose is an exceptional pink flowering shrub for desert landscapes, offering long bloom seasons, heat tolerance, and low-maintenance appeal in Arizona and the Southwest.
Shawna Coronado
Feb 23 min read
Designing with Leucophyllum ‘Little Lynn’
Learn how designing with Little Lynn Texas sage adds drought-tolerant structure, lavender blooms, and low-maintenance beauty to desert landscapes.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 313 min read
Tecoma Red Hot Red Flowering Plants for Desert Gardens
Tecoma Red Hot red flowering plants for desert gardens that provide vibrant color, drought tolerance, and long-lasting impact in professional landscapes.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 293 min read
Timeless Elegance: Why 'Joan Lionetti' Oak Belongs in Your Desert Landscape Design
Joan Lionetti Oak (Quercus virginiana x fusiformis) offers exceptional shade, drought tolerance, and year-round foliage for desert landscape designs in Arizona and the Southwest.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 274 min read
Hesperaloe parviflora ‘Little Miss Sunshine’: A Versatile Accent for Desert Landscapes
Explore Hesperaloe parviflora Little Miss Sunshine and learn how this drought-tolerant beauty elevates desert landscapes with long-lasting color and texture.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 243 min read
When to Use ‘Sweet Bubba’ Seedless Desert Willow in a Landscape Design
Seedless desert trees for landscapes like ‘Sweet Bubba’ Desert Willow reduce mess, save water, and improve long-term performance in Southwest designs.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 204 min read
Seedless Desert Willow ‘Sweet Bubba’ is a Great Choice for Desert Southwest Landscaping
Seedless desert willow Sweet Bubba delivers low-mess beauty, water efficiency, and reliable performance for desert Southwest landscapes.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 173 min read
How to Plant a Cactus: A Complete Guide for the Desert Southwest
Learn how to plant a cactus correctly to improve survival, water efficiency, and long-term performance in desert Southwest landscapes.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 166 min read
Grow with 'Bubba Jones' Desert Willow: A Stunning Flowering Tree for Southwest Landscapes
Learn how Bubba Jones Desert Willow delivers stunning color, pollinator support, and low-maintenance performance in Southwest landscapes.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 153 min read
Mexicali Rose (Calliandra californica): A Wildlife-Friendly Flowering Shrub for Desert Landscapes
Mexicali Rose (Calliandra californica) is a wildlife-friendly flowering shrub ideal for low-water desert landscapes in Arizona and the Southwest.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 124 min read
Best Texas Sage: A Guide to Leucophyllum Shrubs for Landscape Professionals
Explore the best Texas sage shrubs, planting tips, and landscape uses to boost water efficiency and long-term performance in arid climates.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 105 min read
How to Plant a Palm Tree in the Desert Southwest: A Complete Guide
Learn how to plant a palm tree in the desert Southwest with step-by-step guidance for successful establishment, irrigation, and long-term performance.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 95 min read
3 Best Shrubs for the Desert Southwest
Explore the best shrubs for the desert Southwest that thrive in heat and drought while attracting pollinators and adding long-lasting landscape value.
Shawna Coronado
Jan 83 min read
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