Common name:Tree Mallow
Botanical name:Lavatara maritima
This large, shrubby perennial grows up to 6' and has profuse lavender/pink flowers with maroon highlights. From the Mallow family, the flowers are produced year round and are especially showy in the fall.
Common name:Society Garlic
Botanical name:Tulbaghia violacea
This clumping perennial will grow less than 1' tall and has narrow, blue green leaves. Clusters of lavender flowers bloom in spring and summer. Leaves and flowers have a distinct onion or garlic smell if crushed.
Common name:Biokjo Geranium
Botanical name:Pelargonium 'Biokjo'
Pelargonium 'Biokjo' is a shrubby perennial. Enjoy full sun, but need light shade in hot climates. Plant in any good, fast-draining soil. Do well in pots. Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage growth.
Common name:Purple Leaf Loropetalum
Botanical name:Loropetalum chinese purple cvs.
Red Fringe Flower is a 6-12' shrub with arching branches and light green and reddish leaves .
Designer: Anon.
Photographer: GardenSoft
Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.