Category: Landscape Horticulture
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Is Summer Really a Bad Time to Plant in Southern Arizona?
An expert opinion on the most controversial topic in Arizona landscaping. In Southern Arizona, we’re often asked the same question every summer: “Is it impossible—or just bad timing—to plant during peak heat?” My answer isn’t as simple as you might imagine. My name is Austin Lynn, owner of Garden Social AZ and Common Ground Landscape…
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Your Arizona Garden Is Dying And Summer Isn’t The Problem
– By Austin Lynn, Garden Social You’re doing it all wrong—or at least, you’re probably doing the same thing many Arizona gardeners do every summer: reacting instead of planning. When the heat tightens its grip, people panic, overwater, fry tender plants in the wrong exposure, or give up entirely until fall. If that sounds familiar,…
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Cooking Up Nitrogen in the Garden: Desert Trees That Help Your Landscape Thrive
Why Nitrogen Matters in the Garden Nitrogen is one of the most important nutrients in a plant’s life. It helps plants make chlorophyll for photosynthesis, build proteins for new growth, and produce the green, healthy leaves gardeners want to see. When a plant has enough nitrogen, it usually looks fuller, greener, and more vigorous. When…
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The Prideful Gardener’s Downfall
Emphasizing Patience, Plant Selection, and Seasonal Strategy as we enter the Fall Growing Season. As summer wanes in Sonoran Arizona, anticipation flourishes among garden enthusiasts. The urge to fill our landscapes with new life, to introduce vibrant plants and experiment with fresh arrangements, grows stronger with each cooling day. But as visions of instant beauty…
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Sun Position and Its Impact on Gardening in Southern Arizona
Understanding Seasonal Sun Cycles for Healthier Desert Gardens The Sun’s Role in Southern Arizona Gardening Gardening in Arizona is a rewarding challenge, shaped by the intense and ever-changing sun. If you’ve ever wondered why your plants thrive in one season and struggle in another, the answer often lies above: in the sun’s seasonal patterns and…
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Welcoming Fall in Arizona: A Personal Guide from Austin at Garden Social
Embracing Autumn’s Rewards with Family, Community, and a Love for Local Plants Hey there! I’m Austin — a proud Arizona native, father of three wild and wonderful kids, Horticulture in the Sonoran Desert blog writer, and the owner of Garden Social Nursery and Garden Center. My journey into horticulture started as a little boy exploring…
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The Incredible Benefits of Coconut Coir
Why This Natural Byproduct is Transforming Soil Health and Sustainable Growing – by Austin Lynn Coconut coir, often referred to simply as coco coir, is earning its place as a superstar in both gardening and agriculture. This eco-friendly material is derived from the fibrous husk of the coconut. It offers remarkable benefits as a soil…
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