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Penstemon eatonii
A perennial native to the western United States and southern California high deserts, Firecracker Penstemon grows in small mounds of cupped, lanceolate foliage that bear tall spikes of tubular, scarlet red flowers in spring and summer. Needs good drainage and only infrequent to occasional summer water once established. Over-fertilization and heavy organic matter should be avoided. Useful for hot, dry, sunny spots in a desert or rock garden. Its small stature also makes it perfect for gardeners with limited space. Flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies. Best if established during the cooler months from October to March. -
Penstemon pseudospectabilis
Desert Penstemon is native to southwestern United States where it grows in inland deserts and plateaus. It forms a shrub up to 3 feet wide and tall with large, serrated, blue-green foliage, similar to Penstemon spectabilis. Blooms mid to late spring with showy spikes of hot pink flowers that are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Plant in full sun in sharply draining soil (preferably rocky or gravelly). While it will survive summer watering, it prefers infrequent to no supplemental irrigation once established. -
Deer Plant (Acmispon glaber) is a perennial subshrub in the Fabaceae (Legume family). The plant is a pioneer species found in dry areas of California, Arizona, and Mexico. It is grows in many habitats, including chaparral, coastal sand, roadsides and other disturbed areas at elevations below 4900 feet. -
Yarrow is an all-star, popular plant choice among California native gardeners, including beginners! It is durable and easy to grow in a wide range of soil types and has low moisture requirements. It reseeds and spreads quickly, making it a good groundcover plant for lawn replacement. -
Ceanothus 'Joyce Coulter'Brilliantly blue, abundant & long-blooming flowers that have an irresistible aroma. Cold hardy to to 15°F. Tolerant of garden conditions. Blooms well in shade. -
Ceanothus 'Concha'Stunning, profuse electric blue to violet flowers on rigid stems. Tolerant of heavy soils if not over-watered. Cold hardy to 15°F. -
Catalina Currant aka Island Perfume (Ribes viburnifolium) One of our favorites at FlannelBush Gardens! Perfect for dry shade, under oaks, and great as a ground cover. It has an intoxicating aroma, attractive evergreen foliage, and pretty reddish stems. One of the best groundcovers for shady mountain woodland gardens!
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