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# 13 Arizona Shrubs That Thrive in Full Sun
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## Walt Conrad
Walt has extensive background in landscape design and trees and plants native to the Soutwest. He loves spending time in the nurseries and helping customers find solutions to their landscape problems.
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##### [5 Reasons to Plant Now](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/5-reasons-to-plant-now)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on February 6, 2015
Now is the time to start thinking Spring. With the weather warming up the spring planting season is officially here. Right now is the absolute best time to get your landscape looking its...
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##### [Poinsettia Care 101](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/poinsettia-care-101)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on December 4, 2014
With the Holiday season in full swing it’s inevitable that you've run into many displays of the season’s most popular flower: Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima). Poinsettias have become a...
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##### [September Landscape and Gardening Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/september-landscape-and-gardening-tips)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on September 22, 2014
General Landscape and Gardening TipsReplace old, tired summer annuals with gorgeous fall flowers like Petunias, Pansies, Geraniums, and Hydrangeas.Add more fall color with gorgeous plants...
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##### [Trees for Amazing Fall Color](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/trees-for-amazing-fall-color)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on September 9, 2014
Every fall the days get shorter and trees across the country produce an unbelievable explosion of fiery hues. Though more prominent in different areas of the country, Phoenix still has its...
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##### [Backyard Landscaping Ideas](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/backyard-landscaping-ideas)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on March 27, 2014
Yes...we do it all! From sprinkler & drip systems to pavers & flagstone, our landscape department offers end-to-end landscape solutions for your new home or if you’re looking to renovate...
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##### [Increasing Curb Appeal on a Budget](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/increasing-curb-appeal-on-a-budget)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on March 26, 2014
Spring time is a great time to get out in your yard and add some instant curb appeal. Whether you’re getting ready to sell or have been in your home for a while, we've laid out some ideas...
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##### [Spring Equinox 2014 Arrives](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/spring-equinox-2014-arrives)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on March 20, 2014
Six weeks ago Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, signalling the end of winter. For most of us here in the Valley we barely batted an eye. That’s because we've been experiencing one of the...
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##### [The Ficus Nitida: One of Arizona's Most Sought After Shade Trees](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/the-ficus-nitida-one-of-arizonas-most-sought-after-shade-trees)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on February 20, 2014
Ficus nitida trees can be seen throughout the Valley providing an abundance of shade. From outlying suburbs to downtown Phoenix, these evergreen shade trees continue to be a an...
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##### [Fall Color in the Arizona Desert](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/fall-color-in-the-arizona-desert)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on November 7, 2013
The Arizona desert has many beautiful trees that offer up gorgeous fall color this time of year. Most of us assume that to see this beauty on display you’d have to take a trip to Flagstaff...
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##### [Breaking Down the Bauhinia spp. aka 'Orchid Tree'](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/breaking-down-the-bauhinia-spp.-aka-orchid-tree)
By [Walt Conrad](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/author/walt-conrad) on September 18, 2013
The substantial amount of rain we received last week (substantial to us here in the desert anyways) was absolutely what the doctor ordered for all of the trees and plants in our yards...
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