Desert plants are known for their resilience, but even the hardiest landscape can run into trouble—especially during Arizona’s scorching summers or unpredictable winters. If you’ve ever looked at your garden and thought, “Why is one plant thriving and the other one dying?”—you’re not alone.
10 Tropical Plants to Include in Your Arizona Landscape Design
Arizona's hot and sunny climate makes it a challenge for true tropical plants to thrive. But there are plantings that have a soft tropical look at can be incorporated into a backyard design. Whether you're looking to add some color and texture to your landscape design or want to create a tropical oasis in the desert, here are ten of the best plants to consider for your Arizona landscape design.
5 Tropical Plants that Grow in the Desert
The Arizona desert is a challenging place for tropical plants to grow. The dry heat and low water levels make for a harsh climate for most tropical plants. However, the lush, colorful, exotic landscape is still a very desirable backyard look. Here are 5 Tropical Plants that Grow in the Desert that you can use to create your tropical landscape, even in Arizona.