When it comes to outdoor landscaping a lot of us are looking for a home garden that not only beautifies and cools our home, but we are looking for one that conserves water. Water prices continue to rise exponentially in the Phoenix surrounding area so any drops we can save can go a long way in cutting home costs, while …
Have you ever experienced a solar eclipse? It’s rare but for almost anyone who has witnessed one, it can be a beautiful and rare occurrence. The next solar to look out for is not until October of 2023 and for us Arizonans, we will only get a partial view of one. However, if you are hungry to find out more …
Summer is here and while the rest of the country is enjoying pool days and outdoor adventures a lot of us who live in the Phoenix area choose to stay in as much as possible to avoid the unforgiving hot sun. The days are long, and the sun is hot and if we aren’t careful, can all too quickly cause …
For those of us living in Phoenix and surrounding areas, we acknowledge that it’s important to be aware of the sun. It can be hot and if we are not careful can even lead to sunstroke! What is Sunstroke? Sunstroke, also known as heat stroke, occurs when your body becomes so hot that it can start to cause bodily damage. …
An outdoor patio is a wonderful place to connect to the beautiful Sonoran Desert from the comfort of your backyard. With a comfortable setup, you can work, relax, and even meditate on your patio. The other excellent use of a patio is of course to entertain. Now that the days are getting hot nights are getting warm here are just …
There is something rewarding and comforting about eating and sharing vegetables that you grew yourself. It’s the hard work, the time out in the elements and even the calm which brings many when they get their hands into the soil. In fact studies show that when you dig and plant in the soil -specifically soil bacteria, Mycobacterium vaccae,. has been …
As May sets in, we start to feel the heat we are accustomed to living out here in the desert. Many of start running our air conditioning and drawing the blinds during the hottest hours of the day. Still many came to the desert because we love the climate and heat. If you have an outdoor patio or inground pool …
It’s our cool season here in the desert when we finally enjoy a respite from the grueling heat and unforgiving sun of the late Spring, Summer, and early Autumn. It’s also a good time to start preparing for the inevitable heat. This can include investments in your home to keep it cooler and save on your electricity bill at the …
The golden light, the sweeping views, the unique vegetation found only here, and the dry air are reasons many of us love the Sonoran Desert. Many find that a beautiful home is one in which the outdoor and the indoors relate to each other. If you love where you live then you want to feel connected to the outside here …
January is here and with it comes big plans! If you are a homeowner, this time of year is a great time to start a home improvement project. It’s not just your home, but an investment in one your most valuable assets. For instance, a report by Remodeling Magazine found that renovating just one bathroom on average cost can cost …