Common name:False Spirea
Botanical name:Astilbe 'Rhineland'
These clumping, deciduous perennials have ferny leaves and tall, feathery spikes of reddish flowers in spring and early summer. The best bloom occurs in full to part sun to 24-30". They make an excellent cut flower, requiring average watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery
Common name:Cable Car Bearded Iris
Botanical name:Iris bearded 'Cable Car'
Glowing, large honey-brown blooms begin in mid season and go on and on. Superb foliage. Very popular with landscape professionals. Shipped all year.
Common name:Coral Beauty Bearded Iris
Botanical name:Iris bearded 'Coral Beauty'
This perennial will grow 1'-3' high and has large green leaves with orange flowers that bloom in spring and summer.
Common name:Society Garlic
Botanical name:Tulbaghia violacea
This clumping perennial will grow less than 1' tall and has narrow, blue-green leaves. Clusters of lavender flowers bloom in spring and summer. Leaves and flowers have a distinct onion or garlic smell if crushed.
Common name:Santa Barbara Daisy
Botanical name:Erigeron karvinskianus
This low mounding perennial, with fine leaves and white to pinkish daisy-like flowers, is an excellent asset to rock gardens.
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Soils and Compost:
Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.
Integrated Pest Management:
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.