Common name:Hawaiian Elf Schefflera
Botanical name:Schefflera arboricola variegata
This round shrub will grow to 12' tall and has glossy, dark green leaves with white flowers that bloom in summer.
Common name:Mirror Plant, Looking-Glass Plant
Botanical name:Coprosma repens ?Marble Queen'
This spreading, evergreen shrub will reach 3' tall and has glossy, oval leaves that make for a nice foundation plant.
Common name:Japanese Camellia
Botanical name:Camellia japonica
An evergreen shrub or small tree, the Camellia japonica can reach 6-15' depending on the variety. It is intended for growth in part sun to shade, with average to little summer watering when established. They make excellent container plants.
Common name:Oleander
Botanical name:Nerium oleander
Oleander is an evergreen shrub with moderate to fast growth. Leaves are narrow, 4"-12" long, dark green, leathery, and glossy. It is attractive in all seasons. Flowers are in clusters on branch ends and blooms from late spring through fall. Leaves and flowers are poisonious, keep away from infant children.
Common name:Variegated Tobira
Botanical name:Pittosporum tobira 'Variegata'
This variegated evergreen shrub or small tree has creamy margins on its gray green leaves. In spring, clusters of small, cream-colored flowers appear with the fragrance of orange blossoms. Variegated Tobira is often used to brighten shaded areas.
| Designer: Violet Lawrence | Mexican Paver Patio |
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Soils and Compost:
Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.
Water Saving Tip:
Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.
Integrated Pest Management:
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.