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California Poppy, Golden Poppy
Canyon Penstemon
California Poppy, Golden Poppy

Common name:California Poppy, Golden Poppy
Botanical name:Eschscholzia californica

This small annual (sometimes acts as a perennial) plant will grow to less than 1' tall and has light, small blue green leaves with gold and orange flowers that bloom in spring and summer.

Canyon Penstemon

Common name:Canyon Penstemon
Botanical name:Penstemon pseudospectabilis

This perennial grows at a moderate rate to 1-1/2' x 2'. Medium green arrow shaped leaves form a rosette at the base of the plant. Rose- purple flowers appear on tall spikes in the spring. Reseeds easily. Accepts full sun or partial shade. Plant in the fall for spring flowers. Attracts hummingbirds. Native to the southwest U.S.

Designer: Scrub Jay Studios

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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:

Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.