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Two southwest native trees for wildlife and beautiful gardens
April 04, 2025 · 18 min

Episode 13

Native trees are essential part of habitat for insects, birds and other wildlife. Many of us may not be familiar with how elderberry and dessert willow can create a beautiful garden and also invite wildlife including birds. 

Scientific plant names mentioned in this episode

1) Mexican Elderberry : Sambucus nigra ssp. cerulea OR Sambucus cerulea OR Sambucus mexicana

2) American Elderberry: Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis

3) Desert Willow: Chilopsis linearis

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