For some reason, some people think the desert is nothing but sand. In reality, though, desert plants are not only some of the toughest in the world, they're also some of the most brighly colored, uniquely shaped, and sweetly scented plants available for any landscape. Exotic beauties like the night blooming cereus and the desert willow thrive arid conditions and make home xeriscapes wonderful places to be. If you're looking for plants for your xeriscape, browse through some of D-L's articles on desert plants.