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Twin Peaks #2 Coyote Brush
Lindheimer's Muhly Grass
Siskyou Blue Fescue
Krauter Vesuvius Flowering Plum
Twin Peaks #2 Coyote Brush

Common name:Twin Peaks #2 Coyote Brush
Botanical name:Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks #2'

Twin Peaks II is a compact low growing shrub reaching 12-18 in. high with a 5-6 ft spread. It has dark leaves that are deeply toothed. - Cornflower Farms

Lindheimer's Muhly Grass

Common name:Lindheimer's Muhly Grass
Botanical name:Muhlenbergia lindheimeri

Native to Mexico and TX, this stunning clump-forming grass is a winter dormant grass in cold climates, but usually semi-deciduous in mild climates. From the fall into winter emerge the 5' tall upright flower inflorescence, that rise well above the blue- gray foliage. The flowers are at first purple, then mature to a grey color. Best in full sun with regular watering but will tolerate drought and light shade.This plant is fire prone. Please use caution when planting near your home.

Siskyou Blue Fescue

Common name:Siskyou Blue Fescue
Botanical name:Festuca 'Siskyou Blue'

Siskiyou Blue Fescue has beautiful blue grass blades to about 2' tall. This plant is fire prone. Please use caution when planting near your home.

Krauter Vesuvius Flowering Plum

Common name:Krauter Vesuvius Flowering Plum
Botanical name:Prunus cerasifera 'Krauter Vesuvius'

The 'Krauter Vesuvius' is a smaller growing, flowering plum that grows to 18' high by 12' wide. Its leaves are purplish black throughout the growing season, and the flowers have a light pink color.

Designer: Galbraith & Associates

Well Groomed Hillside
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Photographer: GardenSoft

Soils and Compost:

Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.

Integrated Pest Management:

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.