Native Grasses
July 28, 2021
Many native grasses here in California are drought tolerant. Listed below are some of our favorite California native grasses.
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Native Plant Groundcovers
July 28, 2021
The low-growing, spreading habit of certain California natives make them ideal groundcovers for planting in masses on slopes, in the front of mixed border plantings,
Poolside Plants
July 28, 2021
A drought tolerant poolscape of mixed native plants is an appropriate way to add softness, texture and beauty to your backyard oasis.
Edible Native Plants
July 14, 2021
When you think of how you connect to your native garden, you may not immediately think of it as a place you find something to nibble on. Learn more about edible native California plants for your garden.
Natives for Butterflies
May 28, 2021
Drought tolerant native plants are beneficial for species-specific native butterflies that depend on just one or a few types of plants as larval hosts.
The Basic 1-2-3 on Soils for Native Plants
November 28, 2020
Always try to match the soil, the conditions, and the plant for great success every time. You can only alter the qualities of the soil to a certain extent. The same goes for the site conditions. But plant choices…ahhh, you have hundreds!
Silver Highlights
October 28, 2020
The following list of native plants contains some of the most beautiful, drought-adapted native foliage available. To feature these plants in your landscape, combine several species including trees, shrubs and ground covers for a silvery garden that glows in the moonlight or combine with a few evergreen staples for a more subtle gray theme.
Coastal Gardening
July 28, 2020
Listed here are just some of the many plants that will give your garden it’s sense of place, identifying it as a coastal California paradise.
Dry Shade
July 15, 2020
When landscaping unirrigated shady areas, such as under oak trees, you will enjoy a much greater success level by choosing the appropriate plant material. Here is a list of various drought-tolerant plants to select from to add just the right touch to that dark spot.