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False Spirea
Cable Car Bearded Iris
Coral Beads Bearded Iris
Society Garlic
False Spirea

Common name:False Spirea
Botanical name:Astilbe X arendsii 'Rhineland

These clumping, deciduous perennials have ferny leaves and tall, feathery spikes of reddish flowers in spring and early summer. The best bloom occurs in full to part sun to 24-30". They make an excellent cut flower, requiring average watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery

Cable Car Bearded Iris

Common name:Cable Car Bearded Iris
Botanical name:Iris bearded 'Cable Car'

Glowing, large honey brown blooms begin in mid season and go on and on. Superb foliage. Very popular with landscape professionals.

Coral Beads Bearded Iris

Common name:Coral Beads Bearded Iris
Botanical name:Iris bearded 'Coral Beads'

Large white blooms heavily brushed with apricot/peach. Eyecatching orange beards. Consistent rebloomer for us.

Society Garlic

Common name:Society Garlic
Botanical name:Tulbaghia violacea

This clumping perennial will grow less than 1' tall and has narrow, blue green leaves. Clusters of lavender flowers bloom in spring and summer. Leaves and flowers have a distinct onion or garlic smell if crushed.

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A Patriotic Border
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Photographer: GardenSoft

Soils and Compost:

Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.

Integrated Pest Management:

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