Common name:Variegated Lilyturf
Botanical name:Liriope muscari 'Variegata'
Similar to the Liriope muscari, the leaves have a creamy white edging. It grows best under partial shade and in warm climates. Small purple flowers appear in summer. This evergreen shrub grows to 12"-15" tall and wide. It needs regular watering, once a week, and more during hot summer months.
Common name:Myer's Asparagus
Botanical name:Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers'
An evergreen groundcover, the 'Myers' also makes an excellent hanging basket plant when larger in size. Its formal looking fronds have an even, spiral arrangement of leaflets. It is damaged by severe frosts, and looks best with at least occasional watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery
Common name:Canna, Canna Lily
Botanical name:Canna X generalis
These lilies will grow anywhere from about 2'-5' tall and have large dark green or bronzy green leaves that look like banana leaves. Exotic looking flowers in purple, red or lavender bloom in summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooming. Canna Lily prefers full sun and a medium amount of watering, more in hot summer areas. It tolerates coastal conditions and wet areas.
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Soils and Compost:
Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.
Integrated Pest Management:
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.