Common name:Evan's Hebe, Veronica Rubra
Botanical name:Hebe 'Evansii'
Hebe 'Evansii' is an evergreen shrub. It has an attractive form and foliage. It needs excellent drainage. This shrub is a fast grower.
Common name:Tuscan Blue Upright Rosemary
Botanical name:Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'
The Upright Rosemary is an upright shrub that grows 3'-6' tall. It has dark green leaves and bright, showy, lavender blue flowers throughout the year. This shrub is drought tolerant and attracts butterflies. -Cornflower Farms
Common name:Red Star Cordyline
Botanical name:Cordyline australis 'Red Star'
The 'Red Star' cultivar is an evergreen shrub that grows 12' to 30' tall and 10' to 15' wide with sword-like leaves with a reddish color. It likes full sun, and is very tolerant of heat and drought. It will live in any type of soil that is well drained. Cut back to develop multiple trunks.
Common name:Golden Deodar
Botanical name:Cedrus deodara 'Aurea'
Like the deodora, this fast-growing coniferous evergreen can reach a size 80' tall by 40' wide. The foliage of this tree is has a beautiful golden cast, and it requires full sun in order to best develop its color.
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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:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.
Integrated Pest Management:
Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.