Plant Combinations, Spring Borders, Summer Borders, Fall Borders, Winter Borders
This drought-resistant Mediterranean garden is low maintenance and requires little water to thrive. The plants consist of south US natives, succulents, and drought-hardy plants from the Southern Hemisphere laid out in broad drifts of striking colors and textures. We can admire with delight the large exotic blooms of Leucospermum ‘Scarlet Ribbon’ (Pincushion) which compete for attention with those of Aloe striata (Coral Aloe).
The rosettes of Kalanchoe luciae (Paddle Plant), are also very attractive with their rounded leaves adorned with vibrant red-wine tips and topped by striking flowering stems arising from their center.
A magnificent and compact Agave, ‘Kissho Kan’, with perfectly symmetrical rosettes of soft silver-blue leaves, resembles more of a rose than an agave.
Contrasting in shape and color with all the above plants is the very ornamental Yucca gloriosa ‘Bright Star’ (Spanish Dagger) with broad, sword-shaped leaves adorned with bright ivory edges.
Cool weather or water stress will bring out pink shades, creating a tricolor effect. What a glorious plant composition!
Designed by Gardens by Gabriel.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |
Gardens By Gabriel is an organically-based custom landscape design and installation outfit, firmly rooted in San Luis Obispo County. Their vision is to bring the beauty and character of California’s Central Coast to your space through creative and regionally appropriate landscape design.
| Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
10 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden |
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| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Kalanchoe luciae (Paddle Plant) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Agave 'Kissho Kan' (Butterfly Agave) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Leucospermum 'Scarlet Ribbon' (Pincushion) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Aloe plicatilis (Fan Aloe) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Aloe striata (Coral Aloe) | N/A | Buy Plants |
| Yucca gloriosa 'Bright Star' (Spanish Dagger) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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Becoming a contributing member of Gardenia is easy and can be done in just a few minutes. If you provide us with your name, email address and the payment of a modest $25 annual membership fee, you will become a full member, enabling you to design and save up to 25 of your garden design ideas.
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