Our favorite things

Our buying experiences this winter have been great and we have things we don't think you will see anywhere else.
Serene Fountains - Add water to an environment, and a natural sense of peace seems to arrive. Our new ceramic jar fountains are glazed in soft colors and adorned with leaves, lotus pads, and simple abstract designs. The larger models are perfect for an outdoor setting or a birdbath. The small fountains offer a soothing experience.
Birdbaths and pots - A birdbath is a simple way to attract wildlife to your garden. Our new U.S.-made ceramic birdbaths are eye-catching with their stunning relief designs of hummingbirds, lavender and yellow finches. The soft glazes enhance the bases and there are even pots to match.
T. Stone bells - Terry makes these clay bells and they continue to be a popular gift item. These bells are made from clay dug right here in Arizona and we have four distinct styles.
Bird stakes - Add some colorful birds to your garden this spring with these pretty plant stakes. Look for chipper robins, goldfinches and cardinals.
Wall decor - So many of you ask about ways to decorate your block walls that we are always on the lookout for interesting iron wall pieces. Come in and see our selection of trellises and beautiful iron wall medallions, metal palm fronds and clusters of metal flowers.
Outdoor carpets - Rugs for outdoor spaces is probably the hottest outdoor trend right now and we have found a nice line. Made of recycled polypropylene, they are incredibly durable and easy to clean. You can just hose them off. Better yet, they have a UV protectant to help them resist our desert sun. There is one on the store on display.
Do-it-yourself kits - Cool kits from the people at Poetry Stone let you make your own stepping stones, garden plant markers and really cool stone face kits. You can fashion a Greek god or a serene Buddha that could adorn a pot or be used as bookends or even a wall hanging.
Helmut critters - These eye-catching ladybugs and turtles are made from recycled military helmets with their dents and all!
Rock Solid Love - A big, beautiful iron heart with a smooth river rock at is center. Nothing conveys love so simply. This freestanding sculpture is available in two sizes.
Colorful cactus - By the time you read this our friend Sergio will have delivered a new shipment of his colorful metal cactus and flower sculptures. The best part is they have no spines!

Goods for the garden

Books - Four books from Sunset have great ideas, plans and pictures to inspire your gardening. Water Gardens covers just that, ponds and pot water gardens; Landscaping with Stone looks at paths, walls and rock gardens; Container Gardening offers ideas for striking arrangements; and the Western Landscaping book offers how-to advice on everything from structures to plants to artful decoration.
Hummer info - A new book out from the Western National Parks Association called Hummingbirds answers all your questions about these magnificent birds. It is filled with colorful pictures but our favorite feature is the illustrations of how these tiny birds fly. Very cool
Atlas nitrile gloves - These tough, breathable gloves were first recommended to us by Master Gardener extraordinaire Pam Perry. They are lightweight, durable and fit like a second skin. We promise.
Radius tools - Oh, oh, oh, you are going to flip over this new line of tools. Radius tools are truly ergonomically designed to maximize your grip and reduce stress on your wrists and hands. They are easy to hold and lightweight but they are durable. Come grab one and see for yourself. We have cultivators and a long-handled transplanter.
Adjustable hats - We added Sloggers hats to our extensive lineup of head and face protection. They are nice, light cotton and are adjustable. Best of all they offer UPS sun protection of 50.
Garden clogs - Check out the adorable garden clogs with the cutout flower pattern on the vamp. They also just happen to match the Sloggers hats. These flexible shoes also have a great sole grip to avoid slips and are available in red, blue and bright green.
Pharm Solutions - This insecticidal soap is now certified as 100 percent organic so you can rid your plants of thrips, whiteflies, aphids and other pests safely and effectively. All ingredients are pure and natural.
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