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 Arizona's 
Exceptional Landscape  Transformations
Dare to be Desert
Garden & Design

homeowner enjoying their beautiful desert garden

DESERT WELCOME SPACES THAT REVIVE AND HARMONIZE TO CREATE BEAUTIFUL AND SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPES

Let's face it, it's hot! For Deborah Pella-Smith, creator of Dare to be Desert Garden & Design, it's important to create outdoor spaces that can not only survive the record heat but  look good, too. Our designs incorporate cactus and pollinator-friendly, low water use plants to naturally connect your private yard space to the Sonoran Desert  outside.  Let us transform your landscape into an enjoyable and sustainable garden!

15 Years of
Desert Garden
Experience

Plus Desert Landscape School Certificate and Horticulture Aide, both with Desert Botanical Garden.

Specializing in Native Desert Plants and Desert Adapted
Plants

"Power Plants" like cactus proudly represent the Sonoran Desert while combining well with many other diverse choices.

Challenging Prevailing Garden Practices

Selectively prune plants for better blooms; "no blow" yards to promote living landscapes that support desert life. 

Affordable Design and Plant Options
 

Good design leads to better, more informed landscape choices which in turn aids plant longevity.

Why Choose Us

DISCOVER THE DESERT WITH US AND PREPARE TO BE CAPTIVATED!

See What Clients are Saying about
Dare to be Desert Garden & Design

"You did an amazing job and I'm sure it contributed to my quick sale to this buyer."

Ray S.

"You are the

Cactus Lady.

That's why I rely on you."

Dave S.

"What a transformation! Thank you for helping make our backyard such an enjoyable space."

Julie B.

Let's Discuss 
Your Next Project

Fill out the form, or call us to

set up a consultation.

Service Areas in Arizona:

Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Tempe

480-677-9810

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