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Practical advice for growing plants in UAE homes and gardens: AC rooms, desert heat, hard water and villa landscapes. Written by our nursery and landscaping team in Dubai.

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Garden Planning

The UAE Garden Guide: Seasons, Soil and Survival

The UAE garden year runs October to May, the reverse of Europe. Here is how the four phases work, what survives summer, and what decides a garden's running cost.

7 min read · Nov 13, 2026 Read the guide →
A landscaped outdoor garden with planted beds
Garden Planning

The UAE Garden Guide: Seasons, Soil and Survival

7 min read

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