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Ground Cover Myoporum
Ground Cover Myoporum

Common name:Ground Cover Myoporum
Botanical name:Myoporum parvifolium

This great groundcover will grow 9" high and 9' wide and does well in partial or full sun with moderate watering. It produces delicate white flowers that bloom in summer and are surrounded by tiny, bright green leaves. It makes a wonderful lawn alternative. It is prone to frost damage but it is worth this sacrifice.If cut back hard it will releaf quickly and return to it's bright color in no time. Creates a bright green refreshing look in high desert environments.

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Green Sea Next to Sidewalk
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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:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask for low water use plants at your local nursery.

Integrated Pest Management:

Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.