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Seasonal Gardening Tips & Inspiration for Arizona

See what’s fresh and inspiring in gardens across the Valley this month! Explore 2026 garden trends, find out what to plant and do now with our February Gardening Calendar, and discover seasonal favorites like roses, citrus trees, tasty garden veggies and herbs, and colorful fall and winter flowers to keep your garden looking its best. Whether you’re planting, refreshing, or simply looking for inspiration, we’re here to help you grow with confidence.

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2026 Garden Trends to Watch in Arizona

Gardening in Arizona has always been about working with the desert, not against it—and 2026 is no different. This year’s garden trends focus on resilience, creativity, and intentional choices that thrive in heat, wind, and unpredictable weather. From purpose-driven planting and water-wise design to personal plant collections and comfortable outdoor living spaces, these trends reflect how Arizona gardeners are adapting, experimenting, and growing with confidence in every season.

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A shade tree, pansies, lemons and tomatoes - February Gardening Calendar.

📅 February Gardening Calendar

February is one of the most rewarding months to garden in the Valley, and our Gardening Calendar helps you make the most of it. Discover what to plant now, when to fertilize, and how to prepare your garden for spring success. You’ll also find an edible planting guide to help you grow a delicious harvest in the months ahead.

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Red climbing roses; white, pink and yellow shrub roses, and a double delight rose.

Enjoy Beautiful Roses in Your Desert Garden

Love roses? You can grow "scentsational" roses in the Valley of the Sun! Your local SummerWinds has a variety of colorful, fragrant and stunning roses to choose from (available seasonally), including: bush/shrub roses, climbing roses and tree roses.

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An orange ripening on a tree, citrus trees at SummerWinds near Citrus & Palm Potting & Planting mix and Citrus & Fruit Tree Food by E.B. Stone Organics, a lemon tree, and a Grapefruit tree.

Fresh Citrus Starts at Home

Nothing beats fresh citrus picked right from your own tree! Explore the many lemon, lime, orange, mandarin, grapefruit, and specialty citrus varieties that grow beautifully in the Valley—and find the perfect tree for your garden.

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Fresh-picked tomatoes on the vine, peppers, and a variety of fresh-picked herbs.

Tasty Garden Favorites: Tomatoes, Peppers, Herbs & More

Now is one of the best times to plant vegetables and herbs in the Valley. Discover fresh arrivals of tomatoes, peppers, lettuces, herbs, and more to start growing your tastiest garden yet.

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A variety of fall flowers - petunias, geraniums, mums, and cyclamen.

🌸 Fabulous Fall & Winter Flowers

Winter is one of the best times for colorful blooms in Arizona. At SummerWinds Nursery, you’ll find a wide selection of cool-season flowers that thrive in mild winter temperatures, including pansies, violas, cyclamen, camellias, snapdragons, and more. Perfect for containers, landscapes, and patios, these winter bloomers bring fresh color and life to your garden all season long.

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