Saguaros in Scottsdale and Their Protection When people think of Arizona, the iconic Saguaro cactus often comes to mind. The Saguaro cactus, known more formally as Carnegiea gigantea, was named for Andrew Carnegie. Did you know that they only grow in the Sonoran Desert and nowhere else? Their habitat can be found in Arizona and down […]
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Scottsdale Plants: A Rare Crested Saguaro
– Scottsdale Arizona Plants and Cacti: A Rare Crested Saguaro- Whether you are a full-time resident or seasonal visitor, it is hard to not admire the large, stunning saguaro cacti we are fortunate enough to enjoy all over Scottsdale. Once in a while, you will see a saguaro like the one on the left. It […]
Dawn in Scottsdale Arizona – Photo
Here is a photo I took the other morning from our backyard in Scottsdale, Arizona. The sun was just coming up over the mountains and I could see Pinnacle Peak in the distance. The sky was just turning from dark blue to a serious of gorgeous reds, pinks and yellows mixed into the clouds. The […]
What is Desert Landscaping in a Scottsdale AZ Home Listing?
– Desert Landscaping – When you are looking at home listings in the Scottsdale area you will often see the description “Desert Landscaping.” What exactly does that mean? Scottsdale is typically desert terrain complete with saguaros, other forms of cactus and a number of distinctive trees and bushes. Homes are built upon parcels of land […]
Spring in Scottsdale AZ – Saguaro Cactus in Bloom
It is that wonderful time of year again when the Sonoran Desert, of which Scottsdale is a part of, begins to bloom. Wildflowers sprout up everywhere and all of the unassuming desert plants that have been quietly waiting all year, sprout the loveliest flowers in bright colors. When the colors contrast with Arizona’s bright blue sky, the […]