Mesquite and Other Desert Trees

Norm Schilling's guide to bird of paradise: which two thrive in Mojave soil, which one to skip, and the warm-soil trick that gets them growing.

The best desert trees for a Las Vegas yard, from mesquite to fern of the desert.

What the lantana is trying to tell you

Las Vegas gardener Norm Schilling shares the easiest flowers to grow in the desert — from self-seeding wildflowers to fragrant citrus, aloes, and native blooms.

Las Vegas arborist Norm Schilling explains how to prune trees for desert wind, why most people remove too much, and how to spot a bad tree trimmer before it's too late.

Norm Schilling, an experienced gardener, discusses the beauty and benefits of incorporating cacti and succulents into gardens.

Norm Schilling discusses the importance of trees for air quality and cooling urban areas due to climate change.

Sage is a lot more than the spice you occasionally sprinkle over all kinds of food. As Norm Schilling tells us, sages of all kinds are around us, and they love the desert.

Norm Schilling shares his expertise on growing and caring for bougainvillea in Southern Nevada.