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Expert advice on xeriscaping, irrigation, outdoor living, and more from Arizona's desert landscaping specialists.

A luxury outdoor kitchen featuring granite countertops, built-in grill, and bar seating in an Arizona backyard at dusk
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10 Stunning Outdoor Kitchen Design Ideas Perfect for Arizona Entertaining

Get inspired by these Arizona outdoor kitchen designs featuring built-in grills, pizza ovens, bar seating, and shade structures. Ideas for every budget and backyard.

·Alfred D. Mills
A smart irrigation controller and drip system watering desert plants efficiently in an Arizona landscape at sunrise
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How Smart Irrigation Systems Save Arizona Homeowners Thousands on Water Bills

Learn how smart irrigation controllers, soil sensors, and weather-based scheduling can cut your Arizona water bill by 40-60%. Complete guide to modern irrigation technology.

·Alfred D. Mills
An elegant travertine paver patio with a fire pit seating area surrounded by desert landscaping in an Arizona backyard at golden hour
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Beautiful Paver Patio Ideas for Your Arizona Backyard

Explore stunning paver patio designs for Arizona homes. Travertine, concrete, and natural stone options that handle extreme heat and transform your outdoor space.

A comparison showing a drip irrigation emitter watering desert plants and a sprinkler head watering a grass section in an Arizona yard
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Drip Irrigation vs Sprinklers in the Desert: Which Is Right for Your Arizona Yard?

Compare drip irrigation and sprinkler systems for Arizona landscapes. Learn which system saves more water, costs less, and keeps your desert plants thriving.

A custom backyard putting green with multiple holes and decorative sand trap installed in an Arizona desert home landscape
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Backyard Putting Green Installation Guide for Arizona Homeowners

Everything you need to know about installing a custom putting green in your Arizona backyard. Materials, sizing, costs, drainage, and professional installation tips.

Side-by-side comparison of artificial turf and natural grass sections in an Arizona backyard
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Artificial Turf vs Natural Grass in Arizona: The Complete Comparison

Compare artificial turf and natural grass for Arizona yards. Analyze costs, water savings, maintenance, heat factors, and which option works best for your property.

A lush Arizona desert garden featuring native plants including agave, palo verde, and blooming red yucca
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15 Best Desert Plants for Arizona Landscaping That Thrive in Extreme Heat

Discover the top drought-tolerant plants for Arizona landscaping. Native Sonoran Desert species that look stunning, save water, and survive 115-degree summers.

A beautifully xeriscaped front yard in a Maricopa County HOA community with native desert plants and decorative gravel
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HOA Xeriscaping Guidelines in Maricopa County: What You Need to Know

Navigate HOA landscaping requirements for xeriscaping projects in Maricopa County. Learn approval processes, common restrictions, and how to get your xeriscape design approved.