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Attached to the lawsuit is a declaration from Norm Schilling, the owner of Mojave Bloom Nursery in downtown Las Vegas and a Southern Nevada horticulturist of 35 years. Schilling broke down the estimates of the 100,000 trees and $300 million worth of tree damage, adding that many trees cannot go on living once grass is disturbed. “Beyond monetary loss, the green mature canopy (and its heat mitigation benefits) cannot be replaced quickly,” Schilling wrote. “It will take decades

“The order issued today expressly indicates it was issued solely to maintain the status quo through the hearing date, which is scheduled for Wednesday of next week. We look forward to presenting our arguments at next week’s hearing.”

Norm Schilling, a local landscaper and co-host of the show “Desert Bloom” on Las Vegas’s NPR affiliate, sees this tension encapsulated in an old walnut tree. Standing in the front yard of one of his customer’s homes in McNeil Estates—where older homes have lush landscapes—he points to a walnut tree flanked by grass. Schilling says its roots still need grass to survive

Each week, one of our desert gardening experts shares practical tips and insights to help your landscape thrive in the unique conditions of the Mojave Desert. Through Desert Bloom, we explore inspiring landscapes across Las Vegas and connect with horticulture professionals who are shaping sustainable gardening practices in Southern Nevada. Featured experts include Angela O’Callaghan , Associate Professor with the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and a specialist in

Recently, our owner, Norm Schilling, has been part of a broader public conversation regarding Southern Nevada’s mandated removal of so-called “non-functional” or “useless” turf. While many in our community have voiced support, some recent coverage has created confusion around Norm’s position and statements. We want to take a moment to clarify the context, address an inaccurately attributed quote, and share Norm’s perspective directly. In recent reporting, Norm was quoted as s