Common name:Bloodgood Japanese Maple
Botanical name:Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'
The Japanese Maple is a small tree standing only 20-25 feet high and 20 feet wide. It's outstanding foliage is a somber red and contrasts nicely with the bark. The tree also has a striking scarlet fall color.
Common name:Santa Barbara Daisy, Mexican 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. Capable of spreading.
Common name:Autumn Sage
Botanical name:Salvia greggii 'Alba'
This drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub is 4' tall x 4' wide and produces beautiful white flowers that bloom from spring to fall.
| Designer: | Red Maple Glory |
Photographer: GardenSoft |
Soils and Compost:
Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.
Water Saving Tip:
Irrigate early in the morning and/or late in the evening to reduce water loss due to evaporation and wind drift.
Integrated Pest Management:
Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.