Mastic TreePhoenix's Toughest Evergreen Shade & Privacy Tree Mastic Tree Mastic Tree (Pistacia lentiscus) is one of the most drought tolerant, heat resistant evergreen trees available for Phoenix Valley landscapes. Native to the Mediterranean basin and the Canary Islands, this rugged beauty thrives in conditions that stress most other trees poor soils, reflected heat, extreme drought, and full desert sun. With a dense, rounded canopy of glossy dark green

Placement Spacing Plants Single focal point (pot or gravel bed) n/a 1 Classic odd-numbered cluster 3

Sunset Gold Rock offers practical benefits for landscaping

Desert Rose Plant Details

avoid over-amending desert soils

or color in a shady spot

How to Plant Yaupon Holly

Blue Flame Agave (Agave 'Blue Flame') is one of the most visually commanding hybrid agaves available for Phoenix Valley landscapes

Argentine King Mesquite

and delivers a massive 20–30 foot canopy that cools outdoor spaces all summer

Cool nights and any winter rain drive quick root establishment

Xeriscape Borders & Rock Gardens

Warm soil and cooling air let roots establish before winter with minimal transplant stress