[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 7-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Variegated, Blue Green with White Margins
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Lavender
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
Native to South Africa, Variegated Society Garlic gets its name from the aroma of its foliage. An attractive clumping evergreen, it has narrow grassy leaves that are variegated blue green with white margins. Excellent as a low border plant or an accent in a rock garden. Repellent to deer and cats, it is also resistant to snails and slugs. A sun lover that adapts well to waterwise landscapes.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 7-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 1-3′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Blue Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Lavender
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
Society Garlic is a clumping evergreen with narrow blue green grass like leaves and small umbels of trumpet shaped lavender flowers held on tall narrow stalks. Excellent as a low border plant and an accent in rock gardens and near water features. When disturbed, the leaves have a strong garlic scent that acts as a deterrent to slugs, snails, cats and deer. While some people find the scent pleasant, others do not and prefer not to plant it too close to entries. Easy to care for and drought tolerant once established.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 7-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 1-2′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 10-12′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Often used as an evergreen ground cover, Asian Jasmine spreads quickly to cover empty spaces. In summer, it is covered with a profusion of small white exceptionally fragrant flowers. Excellent for slopes and hillsides where it can help with erosion control. With support, it will grown on a fence or trellis and can be used as an espalier. Very nice when allowed to cascade from containers or over retaining walls. Asian Jasmine can be invasive in warm, humid southern climates.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 8-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 2-6′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 6-10′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Shade
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Dark Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
Star Jasmine gives much more than it asks for. Versatile in the landscape, its glossy evergreen green leaves grow on vining branches that can be trained as a hedge or allowed to grow up a trellis. Effective as an espalier that covers a wall, it becomes covered with small star shaped flowers that fill the air with rich perfume. Easily pruned to maintain any form, it tolerates average soil and is adaptable to sun or shade. Fast growing and drought tolerant once established.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 8-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 3-4′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 4-6′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Dark Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Golden Apricot
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
A unique dwarf selection, Sierra Apricot Trumpet Bush has lovely golden apricot colored flowers that are irresistible to hummingbirds and put on a continuous color show from spring until fall. Well adapted to hot weather, Trumpet Bush is evergreen to 25F. If any die off occurs during cold weather, simply trim back the lost branches and new growth will emerge in spring.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 8-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Dark Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Crimson Red
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
When Crimson Flare Trumpet Bush is in bloom it becomes a living hummingbird feeder. This selection has unique crimson red flowers that blush to pink in summer. Crimson Flare is well adapted to hot weather and brings lushness to difficult spots with reflective heat. Blooming in profusion over attractive dark green foliage, flowers repeat continuously over a long season. Drought tolerant once established.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 8-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Semi-Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 4-6′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Purple
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
Blue Potato Bush is fast growing tropical shrub with profuse vibrant purple blooms, each accented with bright yellow stamens. Beautiful as a foundation plant in a colorful border, they are a versatile accent that can be pruned back hard to maintain a moderate size and will become quite large if allowed to grow freely. Trainable as a small patio tree, they are sometimes seen as topiaries. Evergreen in mild climates, some branch die back may occur in cold winters. Although they prefer regular watering, Blue Potato Bush tolerates brief drought once established.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 7-10
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 2-4′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 2-3′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Red
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Low to Moderate
Furman’s Red Autumn Sage forms a lush mound of rounded foliage covered with profuse red blooms that are irresistible to hummingbirds and butterflies. Ideal for waterwise landscapes, Furman’s Red brings color to the rock garden or mixed border and looks cheerful in a container. Blooming over a long season, it requires little water once established. Prune lightly in late winter to encourage compact growth and heavy flowering.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 9-11
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Semi-Evergreen
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 3-5′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 3-5′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Coral Red
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Native to Mexico, Firecracker Plant has long feathery foliage that forms an elegant weeping fountain covered with an explosion of coral red flowers. Blooming almost continuously in warm weather, this easy care specimen is evergreen in mild climates and dies back in freezing weather. Fast growing with a long bloom season, it tolerates Full Sun to Full Shade but only blooms reliably if it receives ample light. Prefers moderate moisture but tolerates brief drought.
[icon name="hb-moon-earth" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Hardiness Zone: 4-9
[icon name="hb-moon-tree-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous
[icon name="icon-resize-vertical" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Height: 6-8′
[icon name="icon-resize-horizontal" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Spread: 3-4′
[icon name="icon-sun" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
[icon name="hb-moon-leaf-2" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Foliage: Blackish Green
[icon name="hb-moon-fan" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Flower: Pink and White
[icon name="icon-tint" size="small" color="#084f8d" float="left" link="" new_tab="no"]Water Usage: Moderate
Black Tower Elderberry forms an erect column of ornamental foliage that emerges green and ages to black. Pink and white spring blooms appear and are followed by small dark berries in the fall. Resistant to deer but attractive to butterflies and birds, Black Tower Elderberry is excellent for the back of the border and adds some textural drama to tight spaces. Plant in full coastal sun or partial shade in hot inland climates. Cutting it back hard to 1 to 2 feet in late winter allows it to send up dense new growth in spring.