Plant Combinations, Spring Borders, Summer Borders, Fall Borders, Winter Borders
Adding a touch of color to the arid landscape, this water-wise border provides visual impact while being extremely low-care. Three striking plants star with majesty: Echinocactus grusonii (Golden Barrel Cactus) with its barrel-shaped stem adorned with prominent ribs covered with bright golden spines; Agave parryi (Artichoke Agave) with its pretty rosettes of thick, silvery-blue leaves, tipped and edged with short, dark spines; and finally, Fouquieria splendens (Ocotillo), a plant full of surprises with its bright green leaves appearing in response to rains and disappearing with drought.
Terrific at adding texture, color and shape to the landscape, all these plants look good year-round, are deer resistant, drought tolerant, fuss-free, and some have even won the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
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| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Attracts | Hummingbirds |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
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| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Echinocactus grusonii (Golden Barrel Cactus) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Agave parryi (Artichoke Agave) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Fouquieria splendens (Ocotillo) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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