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Nandina, Heavenly Bamboo
River Birch, Black or Red Birch
Tam Juniper, Tamarix Juniper
Nandina, Heavenly Bamboo

Common name:Nandina, Heavenly Bamboo
Botanical name:Nandina domestica

Nandina domestica is a graceful upright shrub that grows from 3'-6' in height. It gets its name from its bamboo-like growth habit. When thinned from the center it bears a remarkable resemblance to bamboo. It is best used in groups. It can be used in a shaded patio or out in a shrub border with full sun. An interesting feature of Heavenly Bamboo is the bronze color in the new growth when planted in full sun. It also bears clusters of white flowers in the spring.

River Birch, Black or Red Birch

Common name:River Birch, Black or Red Birch
Botanical name:Betula nigra

The RIver Birch is a deciduous tree that reaches 40' tall by 30' wide. It has a less pendulous habit than the European White Birch. Its bark is closer to paper birch, peeling off in dark, translucent orange sheets from cherry-like trunks. It has a good, strong yellow fall color. It should be grown in sun to part shade, receiving at least average watering. It resists bronze birch borer, and will tolerate wetter soils than the pendula. -Monterey Bay Nursery

Tam Juniper, Tamarix Juniper

Common name:Tam Juniper, Tamarix Juniper
Botanical name:Juniperus sabina 'Tamariscifolia'

This variety is a very popular low-growing juniper. It forms a mound to 18-24" high by 5-6' wide, with bright blue-green foliage.

Designer: Amy Whitworth

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Photographer: Amy Whitowrth

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:

Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.