Common name:Japanese Silver Grass
Botanical name:Miscanthus sinensis
Miscanthus sinensis is popular ornamental grass. Flowers are held well above foliage clumps and may be cut for fresh or dry arrangements.
Common name:Wisteria
Botanical name:Wisteria chinensis 'Alba'
Wisteria chinensis 'Alba' grows 8"-14" long leaves that are divided into 9-13 leaflets. The long-stalked, white flowers are very fragrant. This plant is very adaptable and can be grown as a tree, vine, or shrub.
Common name:Red-Leaf or Fraser Photinia
Botanical name:Photinia X fraseri
The Photina X fraseri is an evergreen, medium-sized shrub with new foliage that is a glistening, copper red color. It is excellent as a hedge, screen, or accent plant. It should be grown under conditions of sun.
| Designer: Michael Lander ASLA | Lawn Play Area |
Photographer: GardenSoft |
Soils and Compost:
Practice grass-cycling by leaving short grass clippings on lawns after mowing, so that nutrients and organic matter are returned to the soil.
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.
Integrated Pest Management:
Drip and other smart irrigation delivers water directly to roots, allowing no excess water for weeds.