The Fourth Principle Of Xeriscape – Efficient Irrigation
This means watering in ways that are not wasteful. We are experiencing drought conditions . There will likely be restrictions…
Tag: perennials
Zauschneria garrettii (Hummingbird Trumpet) – Fall Blooming Perennial – Perfect For Xeriscape In Utah!
Zauschneria or Hummingbird Trumpet is an excellent low-growing perennial for water wise gardens. It flowers in late summer and fall…
Porcupine Grass and Zebra Grass
What is the difference between Miscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’ (Porcupine Grass) and Miscanthus sinensis ‘Zebrinus’ (Zebra Grass)? They are both tall…
Waterwise Gardens In Utah
I have been driving around Salt Lake City and seeing some outstanding waterwise gardens! Especially in the Avenues, folks are…
Hardy Ice Plant – Waterwise Groundcover for Utah
Hardy Ice Plant (Delosperma cooperi – pink flowers or Delosperma nubigenum – yellow flowers)- is an excellent ground cover for…
Will Hydrangeas Grow In Utah?
Yes, they will! Hardy Hydrangeas are excellent summer-flowering shrubs. They do best in part shade or afternoon shade and they…
The Most Drought-tolerant Waterwise Ornamental Grasses For Utah
Here is a list of some of the best looking ornamental grasses that do very well in Utah and are…
Ephedra viridis – Green Mormon Tea – Excellent Utah Native Plant For Xeriscape!
This Utah native shrub is a great choice for a water wise landscape – it requires no water other than…
How Do I Plant Asparagus?
Asparagus grows well in Utah! The crowns (live plant starts with roots attached) are available in March and April in…
Blue Oat Grass
Blue oat grass is one of those terms that generates more search confusion than useful buying information. Part ornamental garden…