Post Archive May 2010
05-18-2010
What’s Blooming? May 2010
May is turning into a fantastic flowering month with more native plants showing off their colors for the first time this year. Among the bloomers on display are the Matilija Poppy, Red Fairyduster and several of our native Sages.
Category: Garden Blog
05-17-2010
California Bush Sunflower – Encelia Californica
Oft seen brightening up our hillsides in coastal southern california, Encelia Californica brings a little sunshine to the garden. Long blooming season makes this just as attractive to people as it does wildlife.
Category: California Bush Sunflower
05-12-2010
Arctostaphylos ‘Pacific Mist’ – Pacific Mist Manzanita
Fast growing groundcover Manzanita hybrid. Great in planters or ground, pretty winter flowers keep the hummingbirds interested.
Category: Pacific Mist Manzanita
05-11-2010
Penstemon Spectabilis – Royal (or Showy) Penstemon
Spectacular bloomer, tall flower spikes are covered in blue to purple flowers spring through early summer. Must have very good drainage or will not survive for long.
