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iPhone App: Leafsnap

Are you a tree enthusiast who wishes you were able to identify more of the trees you see? Whether you explore new trees while vacationing in different climates or you are a nature lover who frequently encounters new trees while exploring the great outdoors, Leafsnap can help you finally figure out the tree species you come across.

Leafsnap was developed as an electronic field guide by Columbia University researchers, in conjunction with the University of Maryland and the Smithsonian Institution. This app can be used by amateur tree lovers and arborists alike, and can be especially handy for identifying trees you’d like to use in a landscaping project.

Once you find a tree you love with Leafsnap, let us at Moon Valley Nurseries help you place it in your landscaping design. Our qualified team will help you plant and care for your tree so you can enjoy it for years. Call us today at (602) 457-2176 to learn more about our services.

How Often Should You Be Watering Your Trees?

Proper watering of your trees is critical if you want to enjoy them for years to come. After planting, all new trees need to be watered daily for the first week, but after that, the watering schedule varies depending on the type of tree, how old it is, and the season. Here is what you need to know about keeping your trees on a healthy watering schedule:

Tropical Trees

Tropical trees aren’t indigenous to the dry desert climate of Arizona, so they need frequent watering to stay healthy. For the first two years of its life, a tropical tree needs to be watered three times a week in the spring, five times per week in the summer, three times per week in the fall, and two times per week in the winter. Once tropical trees are over two years old, water them two to three times per week in the spring, four times in the summer, two to three times in the fall, and one to two times in the winter.

Sub-Tropical Trees

Though they are somewhat hardier than tropical trees, sub-tropical trees still need a strict watering schedule to thrive. For trees younger than two years, water two times per week in the spring and fall, every other day in the summer, and one time per week in the winter. For sub-tropical trees over two years old, water one or two times per week in the spring and fall, three to four times per week in the summer, and once every ten days in the winter.

Desert/Native Trees

These trees are suited to our desert climate and need less watering than other varieties.  Trees need to be watered once a week in the spring and fall, two or three times per week in the summer, and one time every ten days in the winter when they are less than two years old. Once these trees are more than two years old, they need to be watered every ten days in the spring and fall, two or three times a week in the summer, and once every 14 days in the winter.

At Moon Valley Nurseries, we’re always ready to answer your questions about caring for your trees. Call one of our landscaping professionals at (602) 457-2176 to learn more about our tree nursery, tree care, and how we can help you with your landscape design.

Find Out More About Cacti And Arizona Monsoon Season From These Websites

Whether you’re interested in creating a stunning desert landscape or looking for tips to protect your trees during the ferocious monsoon storms headed our way, our recent blog posts will help you design and maintain a beautiful exterior landscape. To learn more about the topics discussed in our recent blogs, check out these great resources from around the Web:

• The prickly pear cactus is one of the most popular cactus species in the world. To learn more about this prickly beauty, visit HowStuffWorks.com.
• For a list of low-water cacti that are perfect for desert landscaping, visit AMWUA.org.
• The Cactus & Succulent Society of San Jose offers these cactus care tips for beginning desert landscapers.
• Even if you’re an accomplished do-it-yourselfer, be sure to check out this article from the United States Department of Agriculture for tree pruning tips.
• The National Gardening Association tells you how to fertilize a tree.

For the best selection of plants, trees, and shrubs in Arizona, visit your local Moon Valley Nurseries location today. For information about our current inventory, visit our website or call (602) 457-2176.

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Learn All About Different Types of Cacti with This App

The cactus, in all of its shapes and sizes, is one of the most easily recognizable plant species in the entire world. While you may be able to differentiate a cactus plant from a rose bush, can you tell the difference between the Euphorbia Horrida and Optunia Longispina? This app that will help you differentiate between these and other prickly beauties.

Cactus Plant Encyclopedia contains detailed information on over 300 different types of cactus species that are suitable for your home or garden. Whether you’re interested in planting some cacti around your home or simply want to admire the natural desert landscape around you, Cactus Plant Encyclopedia is the app for you. Cactus Plant Encyclopedia is optimized for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

To give your landscape the classic desert look and feel, contact Moon Valley Nurseries about our wonderful selection of unique and rare cacti species. We even have Saguaro cacti available and in-stock. Arizona’s #1 nursery for the last 10 years, Moon Valley Nurseries has the best selection, and the best prices, guaranteed. If you have any questions, contact us online or call (602) 457-2176.