Spineless Prickly PearThe Safest Prickly Pear for Pools, Patios & High Traffic Phoenix Landscapes Spineless Prickly Pear (Opuntia ellisiana) is the go to cactus for Phoenix homeowners who want the iconic prickly pear look without the pain. True to its name, this variety produces smooth, nearly spine free pads that are safe to plant near pools, walkways, play areas, and anywhere people and pets pass by. The large, bright green pads grow into an impressive upright form that

Canna Lily — A fast-growing tropical perennial with bold blooms that pairs beautifully alongside Bird of Paradise in Phoenix landscape borders

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Both share the same tough

The pre-staked form of our plants makes spring planting particularly rewarding — the established stake system allows immediate training against your wall or trellis from day one

self-supporting form makes it the go-to bougainvillea for Phoenix patio pots and decorative planters

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Windmill Palm needs more consistent moisture than desert-adapted palms — don't let the root zone dry out completely

spineless specimen agave that reads beautifully as a single focal point or in clean odd-numbered groups

where you want fragrance and formal structure on modest water

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Sugar Bush — Another excellent native evergreen shrub for large screens and naturalized desert gardens