Nitrogen Fixing Plant Drought Tolerant Plant For Sale In Pasadena

The shrub's white flowers are small, clustered, and mildly scented. * The etymology of the species name derives from the Greek “kerkos”, from which the genus name root cerco derives, meaning "tail", referring to the tail-like appearance of the fruit;...

* This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby.

* It has very small purple flowers which are grouped in racemes . * Plants have an extensive root system, they tolerate poor dry soils and are also wind resistant, they are used as a windbreak and also to prevent soil erosion.

* The roots can grow deeper than 4 feet (1.2m). * Resinous pustules on the plant contain 'amorpha', a contact and stomachic insecticide that also acts as an insect repellent. * It has very small purple flowers which are grouped in racemes .

* The extensiveroot system of this plant helps to prevent soil erosion. * Has various edible uses, such as cooking the flowers and obtaining a gum from the trunk * Native to southeastern Australia in New South Wales , Victoria , Tasmania , and the Australian...

* This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby.

It is commonly grown throughout the northern hemisphere as a landscaping plant and ornamental . It is a shrub growing to heights of 12 feet or more and is a perennial . Typically, it has a moderate to fast growth rate, being able to grow one to three...

Three consecutive years of shoot destruction may kill all plants affected. Cerifera will also provide habitat for the Northern Bobwhite Quail. * Myrica cerifera is a small tree or large shrub , and is adaptable to many habitats.

Used for bearings, turnery, cabinet work, ornamental uses etc. * Beautiful 2" golden yellow pealike flowers in pendulous clusters to 8", in May; pod, to 7", has four wings; evergreen or semideciduous compound leaves; native to both Chile and New Zealand.

* A spiny tree with small greenish flowers in 4" racemes; leaves pinnate or bipinnate; name suggests it is a good choice for wet areas; native to southeast U.S. * Having an extensive root system, it is planted for stabilizing wet banks and marshes.

* The bark is cathartic, febrifuge and tonic. A decoction of the roots has been used in the treatment of kidney complaints and TB. * Habitat and Range: sandy, gravelly, or rocky slopes, often growing in areas underlain by limestone bedrock.

It is endemic to Australia, occurring in every mainland state except South Australia. * Mirbelia is a plant genus belonging to the Fabaceae family.

* Of symmetrical conical habit; needles stiff, often twisted, dark green, to 7"; cones 2-4 1/2"; native to California, where it is used ornamentally. * The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

* An evergreen shrub with compound leaves, 1" violet-blue fragrant flowers in 2-3" pendulous clusters; pods 1-7"; seeds are bright red, sometimes used for necklaces, but are said to be poisonous; native to Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico.

* The inflorescence is a raceme of generally pea-like yellow flowers about 3 centimeters long. It is 2 to 3 centimeters long and contains many seeds. * The leaves are sometimes used as a substitute for senna as a laxative,though they are much milder in...

* An easily grown plant, succeeding in any moderately good soil in a sunny position. Blooms early to mid season. * Perennial wildflower, palm shaped leaves, blooms 2nd and 3rd year and successive seasons from expanding clumps.

* This easily cultivated, Annual plant grows and blooms best in cooler climates, but if kept cool by mulching around the base it can grow in hotter areas as well. * Make sure to water during the hot months to keep it from fading, and pick off dead flowers...

It can also be found growing abundantly in much of Latin America and the West Indies. * Leonotis nepetifolia, also known as klip dagga, Christmas candlestick, or lion's ear, is a species of plant in the genus Leonotis and the family Lamiaceae (mint).

The plants are very cold tolerant, but they can be damaged when dormant if the soil is too moist. Plant the roots out very shallowly. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits.

Crispa, Mountain Alder). * Alnus viridis subsp. * It is a large shrub or small tree 3-12 m tall with smooth grey bark even in old age. * It is sometimes used for afforestation on infertile soils which it enriches by means of its nitrogen-fixing nodules,...

The fruit is a long narrow capsule 5–23 cm (2.0–9.1 in) long, which splits open at maturity to release numerous downy seeds .In the past, scented plants were sometimes treated as the distinct species N.

It grows slowly, requiring about ten years to reach 1.2 metres (4 ft) in height but can grow much faster. * When the bark or leaves are cut they secrete a reddish resin, one of several sources of substances known as dragon's blood.

Gleditsia sinensis has been used in China for at least 2000 years as a detergent. * The fruit extract of Gleditsia sinensis also has inhibitory effects on isolated cancer cell cultures.

It also contains fat branches and a spreading crown along with thick leaves. * The Arizona White Oak is a perennial tree and may grow up to 60 ft with a diameter of 3.3 ft. * It usually occurs as a native shrub or a medium sized tree.

Three consecutive years of shoot destruction may kill all plants affected. Cerifera will also provide habitat for the Northern Bobwhite Quail. * Myrica cerifera is a small tree or large shrub , and is adaptable to many habitats.

The mature seed is a hard oval, dark brown in color and contains an oil (liquid wax) content of approximately 54%. * Jojoba grows to 1–2 metres (3.3–6.6 ft) tall, with a broad, dense crown.

* A hardy perennial with gray or blue-gray rather frilly leaves, extremely fragrant (although many dislike the pungent scent); woody base; causes dermatitis in some people, for dry sunny places; also used medicinally and as a condiment; inconspicuous...