Common name:Winterbourn Philodendron
Botanical name:Philodendron x Xanadu
Winterbourn Philodendron is a low tropical shrub which looks like a miniature copy of the upright Philodendron so frequently used in Southern California in the 50s and 60s. Its habit is a low mound which makes it a good ground cover in shady locations. It needs shade and well draining soil. Provides a lush feeling and a tropical touch.
Common name:Spoon-Yucca
Botanical name:Dasylirion wheeleri
Spoon-Yucca requires little maintenance, as it tolerates drought, reflected heat and poor soils. It develops a short, thick trunk while reaching 6' tall and wide. Leaves are linear gray-green to 3' long and armed. During late spring and summer, erect stems of white creamy flowers are visible. It is a long lived shrub and slow-growing. It needs a well-drained site; it is cold and drought hardy.
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Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Drip and other smart irrigation delivers water directly to roots, allowing no excess water for weeds.
