Common name:Species Rose
Botanical name:Rosa species
These shrubs and vines are the most-loved in the West and are very resilient. They come in a wide variety of sizes and colors and are easy to maintain with proper care. They can be used in a water-conserving garden with careful attention to irrigation practices.
Common name:Ann Folkard Cranesbill
Botanical name:Geranium 'Ann Folkard'
This Cranesbill is similar to the Geranium macrorrhizum with pink flowers. It spreads by means of underground roots.
Common name:Hybrid Tea Rose (selections)
Botanical name:Rosa Hybrid Tea varieties
These shrubs and vines are the most loved in the Western USA and are very resilient. They come in a wide variety of sizes and colors and are easy to maintain with proper care. They can be used in a water-conserving garden with careful attention to irrigation practices.
Common name:Pink Champagne Marguerite
Botanical name:Chrysanthemum frutescens 'Pink Champagne
Chrysanthemum frutescens is a perennial and an annual depending on the zone. The flowers are 1.5" to 2.5" and are pink. They do well in containers and need well-drained soil.
Designer: Anon | Veggies and Flowers |
Photographer: GardenSoft |
Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.
Drip and other smart irrigation delivers water directly to roots, allowing no excess water for weeds.