Drought Resistant Trees Southern California

Baptisia's are durable pest and disease resistant native taprooted perennials and could be considered the Lupine for the south. Baptisia's only get better with age producing more and more spikes of flowers successively each year that they are allowed...

Baptisias resent being transplanted once established. Baptisia's are durable pest and disease resistant native taprooted perennials and could be considered the Lupine for the south.

Dark sturdy spikes are covered by smokey purple pea-like blossoms with a darker purple eye in mid spring. Baptisia's only get better with age producing more and more spikes of flowers successively each year that they are allowed to share our gardens.

Considered a must for the cutflower garden as the spikes have an excellent vase life. Image courtesy of North Creek Nurseries. Midnight Prairiebluestm creates an upright to vase-shaped plant that blooms for an extended period in spring.

An easy to grow tropical whose flowers are used to make the familiar Hawaiian leis. The Plumeria is an easily grown, summer flowering, heat and sun loving small tropical tree that makes a great addition to tropical gardens or containers.

There appears to be some confusion as to the proper botanical name for this plant in the nursery trade. Many sources suggest this is Dorotheanthus bellidiformis 'Mezoo' even though it is so similar to Aptenia .

Twilite Prairiebluestm Baptisia is a hybrid of Baptisia australis and Baptisia sphaerocarpa and was developed at the Chicago Botanic Gardens by Dr. Jim Ault. Image courtesy North Creek Nurseries.

Alba that was developed by the late Rob Gardner Curator of Native Plants at the North Carolina Botanical Garden and subsequently introduced by the NCBG in 2002. Purple Smoke is another NCBG Baptisia introduction.

Considered deer proof. Excessive moisture and/or poor drainage seem to be the Hardy Ice Plant's only real downfall. Please plant responsibly as Delosperma is considered to be invasive in some regions, particularly California.

Dark sturdy spikes are covered by smokey purple pea-like blossoms with a darker purple eye in mid spring. Baptisia's only get better with age producing more and more spikes of flowers successively each year that they are allowed to share our gardens.

Flowering begins and spring and often lasts until fall. This is one of our favorite Guara selections! Item # 9579. Gauras are hardy and reliable drought tolerant native perennials.

Considered deer proof. Excessive moisture and/or poor drainage seem to be the Hardy Ice Plant's only real downfall. Please plant responsibly as Delosperma is considered to be invasive in some regions, particularly California.

Baptisia's are durable pest and disease resistant native taprooted perennials and could be considered the Lupine for the south. Considered a must for the cutflower garden as the spikes have an excellent vase life.

Order yours now! * Fragrant, tropical looking pink flowers in summer when few other trees are blooming * Fast growing and drought tolerant plants * Nice smaller sized tree fits into smaller landscapes

For everlasting display, cut the stems when most flowers have matured to seed pods. In an average garden setting, it forms a bushy specimen about 18 inches high and wide before making large sprays extending up another foot and a half.

Never plant Foster Holly deeper than originally planted in the pot. More trees die from over watering than under. If you want the tree to grow tall don't cut the top leader, just shape the sides.

Because the cones are so large, their small layers, although widely spread, make them appear more rounded. The tree is most commonly found on the west coast, around the Nevada Mountains, and northern California.

Never place the infected branches or leaves in a compost pile, which may allow them to spread. Weeping willows require a lot of water to stay healthy. Black spots, yellow spots or white powdery residue often indicate a fungal disease.

Shorter species, like the Virginia pine, are usually between 15 and 40 feet high.The sugar pine is the largest of all pine trees, found along a stretch of land from Oregon into Baja California, Mexico.

Avocado trees produce a shallow, aggressive root system, making them susceptible to rot and infection from flooding and damage from surface activities. Native to warm, arid areas of North and South America, hardy varieties now grow in subtropical areas...

It's ok if you live in a colder state, because these small trees can be potted and brought inside during the colder months. Plus, the carb and fiber content make you feel fuller, faster.

The uses are nearly endless. Of course, you'll have plenty of mandarins to offer your friends and family too. Start growing your Kinnow Mandarins today. Drought-tolerant and used to dry, hot climates, the Kinnow Mandarin tree doesn't require much.

The juice from the fruit is so vibrant; it's nearly pumpkin colored. The Murcott Honey Mandarin tree is gorgeous through every season. Don't let this juicy treat pass you by. Imagine waking up on Sunday morning and walking over to your Murcott Honey Mandarin...

This tree is very trainable, so it's very enjoyable to prune. By planting your tree in a container, you have the option of bringing it inside when the temperature drops. Widely popular in France and Italy, this tree has finally made its way over to the...

They don't even come close to fresh, sweet Trovita oranges that can be stored for months without becoming sour. As soon as you start to remove the skin a strong citrus scent will fill the room, making the orange slices irresistible.

Midknight Valencia Orange trees have a long growing season that begins in early spring and lasts through late summer. Even colder states can experience this summery fruit. Imagine how impressed your Sunday brunch guests will be when you serve them the...

Don't be fooled. It loves to grow in cooler climates. In fact, cooler winters actually make this fruit even sweeter. Most valencias harvest in the spring and summer, but the Smith Red produces fruit in late winter.