Common name:Fruitland Silverberry
Botanical name:Elaeagnus pungens 'Fruitlandii'
Fruitland Silverberry is an evergreen shrub that grows to about 15' tall and wide. It has large silvery leaves with rusty dots. Since it is armed with spines, it is good for hedges or dense barriers. It can be sheared if necessary. This shrub tolerates heat and wind.
Common name:Cape Rush
Botanical name:Chondropetalum tectorum
Chondropetalum tectorum has 3'-4' tall stems that shoot out in all directions from the roots. Each stem has papery bracts connected to the ends that turn from tan to dark drown, then fall off. Chondropetalum can grow in marshes, in the ground with regular watering, or in drought conditions.
Common name:Pink Abelia
Botanical name:Abelia X grandiflora 'Edward Goucher'
This medium-sized evergreen shrub blooms all summer, displaying small, pink bell-shaped flowers. It has a naturally arching form.
Common name:California Gray Rush
Botanical name:Juncus patens
Although a wetland plant, Juncus patens can tolerate fairly dry conditions. It will slowly clump to 2'-3' wide and a height of 2'-2.5'. There are many selections of this species available with different heights and widths. It is carefree, with little to no maintenance. It provides great upright structure to many styles of landscapes.
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Soils and Compost:
Practice grass-cycling by leaving short grass clippings on lawns after mowing, so that nutrients and organic matter are returned to the soil.
Water Saving Tip:
Check the soil's moisture level before watering.
You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.
Integrated Pest Management:
Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.