Common name:Homestead Purple Verbena
Botanical name:Verbena peruviana 'Homestead Purple'
This perennial will reach about 3' tall and has small green leaves with purple flowers that bloom all year.
Common name:Ground Cover Myoporum
Botanical name:Myoporum parvifolium
This great groundcover will grow 9" high x 9' wide and does well in partial or full sun with moderate watering. It produces delicate white flowers that bloom in summer and are surrounded by tiny, bright green leaves.
Common name:Kaleidescope Pink Abelia
Botanical name:Abelia X gra. 'Kaleidescope'
This Abelia derives its name from the golden yellow variegated leaves and red stems which gives it a "kaleidoscope" effect. This medium-sized evergreen shrub blooms all summer, showing small, pink bell-shaped flowers. It is a low, compact selection for patio containers or massing as a groundcover. Great plant for accenting purposes. It can reach 2.5' tall and spread 3.5'. Needs regular water during hot spells.
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Photographer: Vicki Anderson
Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.
Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.
