I’m a country girl in a big city. Last week, I moved into a small suburban patio home; it’s a sweet little place, just the right size for my cocker spaniel and me. It has a patio and a back yard with desert landscaping, which means rock and dirt, punctuated by a cactus, a mesquite tree, and an acacia tree. The Midwest country girl in me needs green grass and flowers. There’s not a chance of growing grass or planting flowers in this place because the ground is as hard as concrete, but that doesn’t mean I cannot have beauty in my back yard.
I’m still stumbling over the chaotic mess of opened boxes, but I had to stop in order to add some natural beauty to my space. Although I cannot plant a garden or even put in a flower bed, I can plant POTS of FLOWERS! Strong flowers that can hold up to the Arizona blazing sun! Vinca is just perfect.
Ramblings 
Flowers are very important in live
Oh yes they are.
A few pots with a little color is always a good thing … enjoy … and good luck as you settle in to your new place.
It’s surprising how just a few pots brightened the backyard considerably. It’s also surprising how long it’s taking to settle in. I’m just thankful I’m retired and can devote time to this endeavor.
Potting plants are beautiful. We are facing drought, so I collect/recycle kitchen water for my flower bed.
That’s a good idea.
Flowers are definitely a must for any home! Vincas are a great choice for hot climates. Here are 4 more other flowers that love the heat: http://funflowerfacts.com/2012/08/03/5-flowers-that-love-the-heat/
Thank you!
Color and beauty are inseparable – and you have captured both.
Thank you.
I agree, you need flowers to make a place a home!