Common name:Mexican Fence Post Cactus
Botanical name:Stenocereus marginata
The Mexican Fence Post is a great vertical cacti that has a few, small white thorns following the plants ribs, and has a very upright growth pattern. The contrast of the white thorns on a rich green skin makes the Fence Post stand out when planted near other cereus or a cactus garden.
Common name:Nova Agave
Botanical name:Agave celsii 'Nova'
Nova Agave is an exceptional blue leafed agave that adds striking form to the garden. The plant occasionally offsets and can withstand frost. Plant is considered to be a natural field hybrid with specific parents unknown. Agave celsii Nova looks great planted in small groupings and will add a nice blue hue to your garden.
Designer: Linda McSwain (retired)
Photographer: Vicki Anderson
Practice grass-cycling by leaving short grass clippings on lawns after mowing, so that nutrients and organic matter are returned to the soil.
Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.
