Common name:Gray Honey Myrtle
Botanical name:Melaleuca incana

This is a fairly quick-growing shrub with wonderfully arching branches to about 10 feet tall and wide. The soft leaves are small (1/2 inch long), gray, narrow and linear-lanceolate in shape; they give the plant an overall soft look. Small, dark reddish buds open to reveal light yellow, bottle-brush flowers in late spring through early summer. Although it is drought resistant once established, it looks better with occasional watering. It can be damaged by hard frosts - cut back any damaged portions after the threat of all frosts has passed. It is hardy to 20 degrees F. A very attractive and durable soft foliaged plant that is great as a specimen plant. It comes from the southwestern tip of Western Australia. This evergreen shrub does best in full sun. Tolerates coastal conditions. Prefers well draining soil but will tolerate most kinds of soils.

Common name:New Zealand Flax
Botanical name:Phormium tenax

New Zealand Flax is a large, bold plant with stiffly vertical, sword-like, green leaves that arise from its base. It should be grown under full sun for best color. Varieties will offer different growth habits and leaf color.

Common name:Tree Aloe
Botanical name:Aloe arborescens

This shrub is large, full of branches, and produces deep orange blooms. The flowers produce a nectar that is attractive to many different birds and the plant is grown all over the world.