Corsican Hellebore, Cotyledon, and Blackbird Euphorbia are dramatic partners. Each blooms at a different time of year, and has foliage that is interesting year round and only needs maintenance once or twice a year.

Afternoon sun lights up a variety of succulents, perennials, shrubs, and boulders surround a front yard patio to create a welcoming entry.

Arbutus Marina, a good CA Madrone substitute, and low shrubs welcome homeowners and visitors. Cathy Edger, Edger Landscape Design

Raindrops bead up on an Echeveria after a storm. This succulent is an easy care summer bloomer and contributes nicely to a groundcover planting combination. Shown here with dense growing Dymondia.