ance, drought-tolerant ground cover, such as elfin thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin', zones 7 to 9) or miniature brass buttons (Leptinella gruveri, zones 7 to 9). Both of these withstand heavy foot and vehicle traffic, are evergreen and need neither mowing or fertilizing.
grass or drought-tolerant ground covers. Flank this with large pavers separated in such a way as to create a checkerboard with plants growing in between.
This gives the effect of another border within the front garden and extends the visual green space, making the driveway less obtrusive.
Although grass
ance, drought-tolerant ground cover, such as elfin thyme (Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin', zones 7 to 9) or miniature brass buttons (Leptinella gruveri, zones 7 to 9). Both of these withstand heavy foot and vehicle traffic, are evergreen and need neither mowing or fertilizing. Dymondia (Dymondia margaretae
For more than 35 years, the clients of Courthouse Kitchens & Baths have been getting style for their homes with our gorgeous bathroom and kitchen design and unparalleled remodeling.
Benefits and tolerances: Flowers attract birds and butterflies; drought tolerant; deer tolerant where noted
Seasonal interest: Blooms summer to fall; unique evergreen foliage
When to plant: Plant cuttings in early summer; divide in spring
Good to fill in...deer tolerant too
Benefits and tolerances: Flowers attract birds and butterflies; drought tolerant; deer tolerant where noted
Seasonal interest: Blooms summer to fall; unique evergreen foliage
When to plant: Plant cuttings in early summer; divide in spring
Shown here: Sedum 'Birthday Party', zones 4 to 10
s and tolerances: Flowers attract birds and butterflies; drought tolerant; deer tolerant where notedSeasonal interest: Blooms summer to fall; unique evergreen foliageWhen to plant: Plant cuttings in early summer; divide in springShown here: Sedum 'Birthday Party', zones 4 to 10
Benefits and tolerances: Flowers attract butterflies and bees; heat and drought tolerant
Seasonal interest: Summer flowers
When to plant: Plant seedlings in spring or fall; self-sows profusely
Plant in spring or fall. raised bed. spreads profusely once established. drought tolerant; full sun
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first; drought tolerant once established
Sun requirement: Full sun to partial shade; does best in full sun
Mature size: 12 to 36 inches high and 12 inches wide
Benefits and tolerances: Pretty tolerant of dry conditions and can thrive in most kinds of soil
Seasonal interest: Mounds of leaves in the spring;
first; drought tolerant once established
Sun requirement: Full sun to partial shade; does best in full sun
Mature size: 12 to 36 inches high and 12 inches wide
Benefits and tolerances: Pretty tolerant of dry conditions and can thrive in most kinds of soil
Seasonal interest: Mounds of leaves in the spring;
first; drought tolerant once establishedSun requirement: Full sun to partial shade; does best in full sunMature size: 12 to 36 inches high and 12 inches wideBenefits and tolerances: Pretty tolerant of dry conditions and can thrive in most kinds of soil Seasonal interest: Mounds of leaves in the spring;
Benefits and tolerances: Drought tolerant; provides shelter to wildlife; fruit and flowers attract bees, birds and other wildlife
Seasonal interest: Leaves turn ablaze in fall
When to plant: Early spring
s and tolerances: Drought tolerant; provides shelter to wildlife; fruit and flowers attract bees, birds and other wildlifeSeasonal interest: Leaves turn ablaze in fallWhen to plant: Early spring