Arizona Planting

Barrel Cactus

• The barrel cactus is a succulent that can be distinguished from other cactus plants because of its distinctive cylindrical-shape. The plant varies in height from 5 to 11 feet, has 3- to 4-inch spines and blooms red, yellow or green flowers. Use it as a focal point in an Arizona yard.

Mojave Aster

• These shrubby plants are members of the daisy family that produce purple daisy-like flowers. With grayish-green stems and silver-green leaves, Mojave aster plants can grow to be nearly 3 feet tall. They are an ideal way to add color to a landscape.

Red Spike Ice Plant

• The red spike ice plant is a succulent. This perennial grows to 5 inches high but spreads to about 18 inches. The plant is a perennial that has silvery-green, spiky foliage and grows spiky red blossoms. It is ideal for use as a ground cover.