Blue flax, Linum perenne

Blue flax, Linum perenne

Type: Deciduous Exposure: Sun/Shade Water Use: Medium Mature Size: 18” x 18” Dainty sky-blue blossoms appear daily on the top of tall wispy stems between the months of April and September. Blue flax is a short-lived perennial that reseeds itself in a sunny garden bed...
I’ve Xeriscaped My Yard, Now What?

I’ve Xeriscaped My Yard, Now What?

Your new xeric plants are in, and everything is looking good. What do you need to do to keep it that way? Start by looking at your irrigation controller. It may be programmed to apply water too frequently and/or for too long in order to get the plants started. If you...
Recognizing Water Stress in Trees

Recognizing Water Stress in Trees

As a landscape professional, one question I’ve always dreaded is, “How much should I water this tree?” Honestly, there are so many variables that giving a blanket answer is fanciful. More than likely, a part of the answer is, “More than you are now!” Trees are big...