Fern of the Desert plants Flame Bougainvillea thrives in the

Flame Bougainvillea thrives in the intense summers of Scottsdale

Palo Blanco is an excellent pool tree

Pair with low-growing Agave or groundcover Lantana for a layered composition

Winter (Dec to Mar): Peak harvest of deep-orange

It grows slowly — expect 1–2 feet per year — but its dramatic form makes it worth the wait

Fern of the Desert plants Flame Bougainvillea thrives in theFern of the Desert Arizona's Most Graceful Native Shade Tree Fern of the Desert (Lysiloma watsonii) is one of the most elegant native trees you can plant in the Phoenix Valley. Its delicate, fern like bipinnate foliage creates beautiful filtered shade that cools patios, pools, and walkways without blocking all sunlight perfect for growing understory plants beneath. This Sonoran Desert native handles extreme heat, reflected surfaces, and extended