{"id":16935,"date":"2020-02-13T17:35:56","date_gmt":"2020-02-13T20:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=16935"},"modified":"2025-04-02T16:41:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T19:41:29","slug":"landscaping-a-shady-refuge-in-phoenix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/az\/phoenix\/landscaping-a-shady-refuge-in-phoenix\/","title":{"rendered":"Landscaping a Shady Refuge in Phoenix"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even though Phoenix is well-known for its generous supply of warm days and sunny weather, it\u2019s still nice to enjoy a shady spot in your yard. And creating a nice shaded retreat is possible with a little investigation and know-how. In this article, we\u2019ll talk about how to create an enjoyable, shaded area in your Phoenix yard <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/phoenix-az-landscaping\">with landscaping<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Examine Your Current Landscape<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where a little investigation comes in. You\u2019ll want to look for shade patterns that naturally occur based on things like the sun\u2019s path, existing structures in your yard (and neighboring yards), and existing plants and trees. &nbsp;(Note, however, that these patterns can change based on the season and position of the sun).<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you examine the shade patterns, some things that you will want to look for are:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Partial shade \u2013 part of the yard that receives 5 or fewer hours of shade per day.<\/li>    <li>Open shade \u2013 areas that are open, but shaded due to a tall building, wall, or other obstruction.<\/li>    <li>Full shade \u2013 where there is no direct sunlight.<\/li>    <li>Filtered shade \u2013 includes areas under trees that could be bright, but don\u2019t receive direct sunlight.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: How Will You Use Your Shade?<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have an idea of the shade patterns in your yard, you\u2019ll want to decide how you plan to use them. Do you want to use the area for relaxing and reading a book? Or perhaps for dining and entertaining? &nbsp;Or, it may be a spot that you want to turn into a recreational part of your yard.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Any changes that you make to your yard to add more shade should take into consideration what you intend to use the space for as this could help you narrow down the options of hardscapes, plants, and other landscaping additions.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Create Your Space<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The steps to take to create your space will depend on your shade needs and your purpose. If you need more shade, then a combination of hardscapes and plants will do the trick. For example, you could add a wall or trellis with vines running up it to create your shady space.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you need to eliminate some shade and let the beautiful Phoenix sun gleam through, you may want to do the opposite. That is, take down a trellis wall, or relocate plants to a different area, or both!<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Incorporate Plants<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With your physical structures in place, it\u2019s time to choose the right plants for the job. In Phoenix, this can be a little challenging. You need to find ones that can handle the Arizona summer heat, but also do well in low lighting conditions. While this may involve some trial and error, here are a few things you can try to get started.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vines<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full wp-image-16938\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-grape-ivy-cissus-trifoliata-pxhere.jpg\" alt=\"Arizona grape ivy\" class=\"wp-image-16938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-grape-ivy-cissus-trifoliata-pxhere.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-grape-ivy-cissus-trifoliata-pxhere-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/arizona-grape-ivy-cissus-trifoliata-pxhere-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Arizona grape ivy quickly climbs trellises to provide shade.<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve decided on a trellis wall to offer shade, or you want to create a lush, green outdoor space, vines are a great addition. Some vines that work well in Phoenix include creeping fig,<em>&nbsp;<\/em>Carolina jessamine, Arizona grape ivy, old man\u2019s beard, and English ivy.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shrubs<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shrubs of all different shapes and sizes can be incorporated into your shady landscape. Some hearty shrubs that work well here include bears breech, poinsettia, blue sage, cape honeysuckle, Sprenger asparagus, and trailing indigo bush.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But you don\u2019t have to stop there. You can add seasonal plants, perennials, and even accent plants like Agave for added interest. Your shady spot can be both functional and aesthetically appealing.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trees and palms<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full wp-image-16692\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"220\" height=\"220\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Michael-Chamberland-AZ-extension.jpg\" alt=\"Michael Chamberland\" class=\"wp-image-16692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Michael-Chamberland-AZ-extension.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Michael-Chamberland-AZ-extension-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 220px) 100vw, 220px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michael Chamberland<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Various types of trees, including palm trees, make a great shade addition to a yard, making a big difference in the landscape quickly. &nbsp;A few good options for Phoenix are Indian laurel fig, strawberry tree, Carolina cherry, pindo palm, and<em>&nbsp;<\/em>sago palm.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, as&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.arizona.edu\/maricopa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Maricopa County Cooperative Extension<\/a>&nbsp;agent Michael Chamberland warns, \u201cA common error is favoring the fastest-growing tree, in order to get a shade tree as soon as possible. Fast-growing trees often produce weak wood, prone to breakage or wind damage later. Also, trees don\u2019t grow fast and then stop. Most want to keep growing and will become too large and\/or need regular maintenance pruning to keep them to size.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Michael also recommended Arizona Municipal Water Users Association&#8217;s&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.amwua.org\/plant-category\/tree\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tree guide<\/a>&nbsp;as a resource for Phoenix residents on tree selection.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keeping Your Space Cool<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The shade is great, but during some months it still may not be enough to make your outdoor space enjoyable. Fortunately, today there are so many options for Phoenix backyards. If you have a covered patio, you could install a ceiling fan (or two). Talk to a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/phoenix-az-landscaping\">Phoenix landscaping expert<\/a>&nbsp;to help you redefine your landscape.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you really want to stay cool, you could just put in a pool! &nbsp;But even if you don\u2019t go that far, making a few simple shifts in your landscape design can help you enjoy your backyard space all year long.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main image credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/132295270@N07\/48448003747\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Renee Grayson<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CC 2.0<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Even though Phoenix is well-known for its generous supply of warm days and sunny weather, it\u2019s still nice to enjoy [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":60,"featured_media":16937,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[529,21,557],"tags":[1006],"class_list":["post-16935","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-az","category-landscaping","category-phoenix","tag-phoenix-az-landscaping"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/desert-shade-landscaping-renee-grayson-cc20.jpg?wsr","author_info":{"display_name":"Jennifer Lester","author_link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/jennifer-lester\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Landscaping a Shady Refuge in Phoenix<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you haven&#039;t heard, it gets hot in Phoenix. 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