Colonnade Arbor

Common name:Ivy Geranium
Botanical name:Pelargonium peltatum

Clouds of single flowers are produced from spring through fall on this perennial, which should be planted in areas that receive protection from afternoon sun in warm inland areas. Ivy geranium reaches 2' tall and spreads to 3' wide. Leaves are shaped like ivy leaves, thus its common name. Flowers bloom from spring through fall in pink, white, red or violet. It looks great in containers as it spills over. Deadhead to encourage more blooming and keep plant bushy.

Common name:Tom Thumb Dwarf Flax
Botanical name:Phormium 'Tom Thumb'

'Tom Thumb' is a dwarf variety of flax, reaching 1'-2' tall. Evergreen leaves are long, narrow, and arching, reddish bronze margins and dark green mid-ribs. Flowers rarely bloom. It prefers full sun to light shade, with low to moderate watering. More delicate looking than other flaxes.

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:

In general, lawns only need to be watered once every three days.

Check your irrigation controller and reduce watering times if necessary.

Integrated Pest Management:

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