Plants by Type

The common name of this Erigeron can cause some confusion as it is not native to California. It is very fast growing and is covered with flowers from spring to fall. Once temperatures cool in the late fall to winter, the foliage tends to discolor and...

A smaller-leafed California native buckwheat that grows naturally in the Santa Monica Mountains among other areas in the coastal sage scrub communities. Although primarily used in restoration and revegetation projects, this species can be used in a...

A versatile selection of Eriogonum fasciculatum that is noted for its lighter green leaves and mounding habit. Great for erosion control and coverage. Flowers are more delicate than the true species but as with other buckwheats, the start our white with...

A low growing selection of Eriogonum fasciculatum that is noted for its small leaves and tight habit. Good for erosion control, slope stabilization, and coverage. Basically carefree once established. Attracts butterflies and has other wildlife value.

Grows naturally along the coast but does remarkably well inland. Although primarily used in restoration and revegetation projects, this species does have landscape appeal due to its wildlife value, particularly with butterflies. Small inflorescences of...

An Idaho Fescue selection notable for its vibrant blue-green foliage. Grows in a compact clump of fine, arching blades that reaches 12 to 18 inches tall and wide. In spring, it blooms with airy flower spikes that age to a light tan color. A beautiful...

Native to the Mediterranean Basin, Atlas Fescue is a clumping evergreen grass that can be mixed into meadow gardens, planted on slopes, or used in large-scale mass plantings. It forms 2-3 by 2-3 foot clumps of thin, slightly arching, green / yellowish...

Native to the Mediterranean Basin, Atlas Fescue is a clumping evergreen grass that can be mixed into meadow gardens, planted on slopes, or used in large-scale mass plantings. It forms 2-3 by 2-3 foot clumps of thin, slightly arching, green / yellowish...

Spring into late summer it’s covered in 3 to 4 inch wide golden yellow flowers. Plant in full sun in fast-draining soil. Should be given no summer water once established. Is typically included in the challenging category as it can be difficult to...