Cast off in Style: How Cacti/Shrub Can Dress Up a Drylnad Garden

More and more people who love gardening are getting into dryland gardening or xeriscaping. This method is popular because it uses less water and still creates a beautiful and colorful yard. When you start looking into making dryland gardens you quickly notice the variety of cacti and shrubs that do really well in those environments. These strong and beautiful plants can quickly change a dull dryland garden into something impressive.

Cacti are probably the most famous plants in the desert. They can survive tough dry weather and still look good while doing it. They come in different shapes and sizes like the tiny prickly pear and the big saguaro cactus. They have a variety of colors and a lot of them grow bright and lively flowers such as barrel cactus and echinopsis. The way they look and are built adds something special to your garden.

Shrubs can really help make dry gardens look nicer. They are the tough helpers in gardening. They are dependable and come in many different sizes shapes and colors. The Ornamental Purslane also called Portulaca oleracea is a plant that can handle dry conditions and has lots of leaves. It also blooms beautifully during the summer. The Russian Sage really catches the eye with its beautiful purple flowers and soft green leaves.

In a garden filled with cacti and shrubs, certain kinds stand out and make your dryland garden look great. The Agave Americana has a bunch of tall thick spiky leaves that really stand out. The Red Yucca is a great option because it has bright coral flowers that stand out against its tall green leaves. The Silver Mound Artemisia makes a nice display with its soft silvery-white leaves while the Jerusalem Sage adds a touch of Mediterranean charm with its fuzzy green leaves and bright yellow flowers.

These plants add more than just looks to your garden. If you pick plants that thrive in the desert you will also be saving water and helping the environment while keeping your water costs down. Cacti and shrubs are made to live in dry places so they need a lot less water than other plants that drink more. They are tough plants that handle changing weather really well and bring a natural kind of beauty to your garden in dry areas. This makes it easier to create a nice look for your outdoor space.

You can be sure that having cacti and shrubs in your dry garden will make it look nice and show that you are gardening in a smart way that is good for the environment. Let these strong plants bring life and brightness to your garden and see how it changes into something beautiful. Let go of the thought that gardens on land are boring. If you pick the right cacti and shrubs your dry garden could really stand out and impress everyone with its unique beauty.