Set in Southern California, my HO scale layout includes a Southern Pacific train order office surrounded by a desert scene. Although this arid landscape has sparse vegetation, my scene needed two ...

Even cacti need water occasionally. Here's when you should give them a drink.

PHOENIX (AP) — After recording the warmest monthly average temperature for any U.S. city ever in July, Phoenix is poised to climb back up to dangerously high temperatures this week. That could mean ...

There is a rare spiny, gray-green plant that produces beautiful flowers of practically glowing hot pink colors in March and April, and impressively, it can grow in areas that receive ...

Signaling the end of spring, smoke trees in the desert washes become dotted with tiny bluish-purple blooms at the beginning of summer each year. The color is deep and distinct and has been revered by ...

Did you know cacti can grow on trees? Rhipsalis, lepismium and pseudorhipsalis are prime examples and they all make ideal houseplants, says plant expert Tony Le-Britton. 'This is one of my favourite ...

Cooler temperatures are sweeping into the Coachella Valley as snow rests on Mount San Jacinto, meaning winter is just about here and the holidays are upon us. Whether you're looking for a classic ...

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Christmas trees can be fraught with memories of holidays past. They can also be fraught with conflict as family members debate “real” versus “fake” Christmas tree options. With fewer trees available ...

You may have seen the rows of cacti and plants all lined-up along Loop 101 near Scottsdale Community College. They’re temporarily relocated for construction, and now the desert landscaping is being ...