The rather spiky cactus is closely associated with Arizona and our desert landscape. Late April and early May are blessed with cacti flowers that dot the desert with color. From small landscaping cacti to the towering saguaro , blooms in many colors adorn the desert and residential landscapes around Phoenix. Many homeowners use slow-growing cacti as landscaping around the home. A single cactus plant needs very little water, can easily handle our 100 degree days, and in general, needs almost zero care. Each spring, they will burst into bloom and brighten a front or back yard. The size of the cactus plant doesn't determine whether or not they will bloom. Some cacti stay very tiny for their entire lives while others tower many feet tall. This tiny cactus easily grows in a pot and displays a ring of beautiful pink flowers each spring. This cactus is really only the size of a grapefruit yet blooms year after year never really getting noticeably bigger. Some homes use cacti t
I have had an exceptionally busy last few weeks. I know that I am not alone in this however I have a rather nasty habit of giving up the very thing that makes me happiest and healthiest when I get very busy. Some people might skip the gym or yoga class while others might eat much more fast food to save time. I tend to skip my outings into nature. As I talked about before, nature not only helps me find peace and focus but also helps me to feel more creative, connected to myself, and happier in general. Earlier this week, I really didn't have the time but I took just one hour to venture into the wilderness and was rewarded by the continuation of nesting season and some babies beginning to emerge. I first stopped by a local lake and was treated to the sight of several ducks sitting on their nests. They both had fantastic hiding places and each year I am struck by how very patient birds are. These ducks will likely sit on their nests for weeks until their babies hatch. I k