The Easiest Winter Landscaping Tips for Arizona Homeowners

Arizona winters may be mild, but they still impact your landscape. Frost, temperature drops, and dry air can stress plants if they’re not prepared. Here are a few simple steps local homeowners can take to keep their yard healthy all season long:

1. Protect Sensitive Plants on Frost Nights

Even in Fountain Hills and Scottsdale, frost can appear overnight. Cover tender plants with frost cloth and remove it in the morning.

2. Water Less, But Not Zero

Winter watering should be reduced, not stopped. Deep, infrequent watering keeps desert plants and citrus trees stable through colder nights.

3. Refresh Your Gravel or Granite

Winter light can make granite look faded. A quick top-dress instantly brightens front yards and boosts curb appeal.

4. Prune Only What’s Necessary

Avoid heavy pruning until spring. Light shaping is fine, but major cuts can weaken plants during cold periods.

5. Schedule a Pre-Spring Landscape Check

A winter inspection helps prevent surprises when warm weather returns — especially for irrigation lines affected by cold snaps.

Arizona winters are easy when you know what your plants need. A little preparation goes a long way toward keeping your landscape healthy and beautiful.

Want your winter landscape handled for you?

Verde Valley Landscaping offers seasonal clean-ups, frost prep, and irrigation checks for homeowners in Fountain Hills, Scottsdale, and Rio Verde.

Get a free winter service quote today.