What's Growing On

Monrovia®’s Lavinnova® Lavender — Exclusive to SummerWinds!

Compact Habit • Long Bloom • Strong Color • Fragrant • Pollinator-Friendly

Why you’ll love it!

Lavinnova® lavenders are bred for a compact, uniform habit and outstanding flower coverage—easy to mix and match for a coordinated look in beds, borders, and containers. Expect vivid, non-fading color across a wide range of tones, including unique shades you won’t see in typical lavenders.

📅 April Gardening Calendar

April is all about transitioning your garden for warmer weather—removing cool-season plants, planting shade trees and heat-loving veggies, optimizing irrigation, and preparing lawns and soil for summer. With the right timing and care, it’s the perfect month to set your garden up for a successful growing season, even as the heat continues to rise!

Your Soil Is About To Get An Upgrade

Give your plants a first-class upgrade with NEW SummerWinds High Performance Organic Potting Soil—a premium organic mix designed to help plants grow stronger, healthier, and more resilient. Whether you're planting flowers, vegetables, herbs, or houseplants, this high-performance soil provides the ideal balance of moisture retention, drainage, and natural nutrition to support strong root growth—even in the hot, dry conditions of the Phoenix area.

Your Future Shade Starts Now

This page highlights a selection of desert-adapted shade trees ideal for creating cooling canopy in warm climates. It features a range of options—from fast-growing, broad shade trees like Bonita Ash and Chinese Elm to low-water, heat-tolerant choices like Palo Verde, Mesquite, and Mulga—each with unique benefits such as drought tolerance, seasonal color, or suitability for smaller spaces. Whether you need dense shade, decorative appeal, or a patio-friendly tree, these varieties are well-suited to desert landscapes and can thrive with proper planting and care.

Welcome to Summer Color: Heat-Loving Flowers for Your Desert Garden

Step into the vibrant world of summer gardening with a wide selection of heat-loving flowers perfectly suited for the desert climate. From bold, colorful bloomers like bougainvillea and zinnias to pollinator favorites like salvia and pentas, these plants thrive in full sun and high temperatures. Whether you're enhancing containers, garden beds, or your overall landscape, these summer flowers offer endless color, variety, and beauty all season long.

Enjoy a Summer Harvest: Warm-Season Vegetables for Arizona Gardens

Get ready for a rewarding summer harvest with warm-season vegetables that thrive in Arizona’s desert climate. From peppers and melons to squash and beans, these heat-loving crops are typically planted in spring and flourish with proper care, water, and timing. While they love the sun, managing extreme heat is key to maintaining quality yields. With the right plant selection and seasonal guidance, you can enjoy a productive and delicious garden all summer long.

2026 Garden Trends to Watch in Arizona

Gardening in Arizona has always been about working with the desert, not against it—and 2026 is no different. This year’s garden trends focus on resilience, creativity, and intentional choices that thrive in heat, wind, and unpredictable weather. From purpose-driven planting and water-wise design to personal plant collections and comfortable outdoor living spaces, these trends reflect how Arizona gardeners are adapting, experimenting, and growing with confidence in every season.