Bradford PearPhoenix's Showstopping Spring Flowering Shade Tree Bradford Pear Bradford Pear (Pyrus calleryana 'Bradford') is one of the most dramatic spring blooming trees available for Phoenix and Scottsdale landscapes. Every February through March, this fast growing deciduous tree erupts in a blanket of pure white flowers before a single leaf appears creating one of the most striking spring spectacles in the Valley. Come fall, the glossy leaves turn brilliant

Spacing — 3–5 ft apart for privacy hedge

and command premium value in desert landscapes

drainage is critical for aloes

Growing 3–4 feet tall and 3–5 feet wide

The vine attaches with small disc-like tendrils that don’t penetrate masonry

adding the bulk of its 1 to 2 feet of yearly growth

fitting well into both formal and informal landscapes

Planted in a staggered row or cluster

multi-headed growth provides effective visual screening while delivering spectacular winter color

Florida Holly Mature Height 15–30 feet Mature Width 15–25 feet Growth Rate Fast — 3–5 feet per year in Phoenix Sun Full sun to partial shade

Texas Sage (Leucophyllum frutescens) — A silvery desert native with purple blooms that creates a beautiful desert-meets-tropical color combination with Barbara Karst in Phoenix landscapes

Can Pomegranate handle Phoenix summer heat