Never heard of spittlebugs? You are not alone. There are around 23,000 species of spittlebugs, yet few are the gardeners that have ever really seen one. Most probably have seen the protective covering or nest they make, wondered what it was, or if someone had spit on their plant! Spittlebugs are very good at hiding too, so not real easy …

Red Yucca is an excellent accent plant for desert and transition areas. Attractive clumps of long grey leaves with a fringe of white hairs down the sides make the Hesperaloe parvifolia a truly beautiful desert plant. Vibrant flower spikes rise high above the plant from the spring through the summer. Red Yucca require very low maintenance and are tolerant of …

Morning Glory produces soft, silver foliage on a low mounding shrub that looks beautiful on mounds, in rocky landscapes and near cactus as a contrast. Silver Bush Morning Glory can really stand out when used in raised planters and containers for a nice contrast. Shear in spring every couple years to keep it fresh and full. This Morning Glory prefers …