Common name:Red Yucca
Botanical name:Hesperaloe parviflora
Upright rosettes grow quickly to 3' x 5' wide. Spectacular accent for desert landscape. Leaves are dark green and strap-like. Coral red flower spikes emerge in spring & remain on plant till end of summer. Tolerates tough conditions including reflected heat and frost. Attracts humingbirds. Native to western Texas and northeastern Mexico.
Common name:California Fan Palm, Petticoat Palm
Botanical name:Washingtonia filifera
Palm tree grows to 60' x 20' . It has light green fronds 3'-6' long. Seeds appear in fall so be sure to remove seed stalk to avoid mess on patios and sidewalks. California Fan Palm is the only palm native to California.
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Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
The best time of day to water is in the early morning when there is no wind or hot drying sun.
Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.
