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PLANTS TOR CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPES
A Catalog of Drought loleran] l^lants
September 1979 Biillclin 209
UNIVERSITY
Bulletin 209
PLANTS VOK
CALirORNIA LANDSCAPES
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Slate of California
The Resources Agenc>;
Deparlmenl of >?^aler Resources
Sq5lembei- 1979
Hue>J D. Johnson
Secretary for Resources
The t^soiirccs Agcnc>?
Edmund G. BrovOn )\:
Go'Cei'nor
Slate of California
l^onaklB.Robie
Director
Department of ^^)ater Resources
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The California Department of Water Resources has made water conservation the foundation of its program for planning the future water supplies of California. In California' s residential, commercial, and governmental use of urban water supplies, an estimated one-half is for landscape irrigation. Potential urban water savings are greatest in landscape uses because of the significant reductions possible through efficient irrigation methods, the change to practices such as mulching , and the use of drought tolerant plants.
This report has been prepared to serve as a tool for home landscapers, nurseries , governmental agencies, and landscape professionals who are interested in designing water conserving , low maintenance landscapes. Home landscapers can learn about the large selection of drought tolerant plants that may be used in their yards. Landscape architects and designers can use this list as an aid in selecting plant material for design projects. Nurseries or growers may wish to use this list in diversifying their stock^and local planners , design review boards or water districts may use it to help assess the water conserving aspect of designs for proposed developments.
Demonstration water conserving landscapes and parks have been developed in several regions of the State. These demonstration projects offer the public an opportunity to view many of the plants on this list, and learn about particular landscape design needs. If you have experience with landscape design and plants or are involved in an agency or organization interested in conservation, we encourage you to help organize community demonstration projects. We can use our greenbelts and gardens as outdoor classrooms to help California learn about landscape water conservation.
The Department of Water Resources will be pleased to supply you with information on landscape design, efficient irrigation, and alternative small scale water supply systems. How California is going to meet its future water supply needs is going to depend upon how each of us contributes to the conservation effort.
Ronald B. Robie, Director Department of Water Resources The Resources Agency State of California
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FOREWORD Hi
ORGANIZATION , DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES yi
INTRODUCTION 2
DEMONSTRATION GARDENS 5
COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS 9
PLANTING ZONES 21
KEY 22
TREES 23
PALMS 37
SHRUBS 42
GROUNDCOVERS 77
ANNUALS/PERENNIALS S5
VINES 203
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES 207
PLANTS FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES 211
FIRE RETARDANT
SALT SPRAY TOLERANT
WIND RESISTANT 214
EROSION CONTROL 215
AIR POLLUTION TOLERANT 216
INFORMATION SOURCES 217
REFERENCES 229
INDEX TO COMMON NAMES 221
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state of California EDMUND G. BROWN JR., Governor
The Resources Agency HUEY D. JOHNSON, Secretary for Resources
Department of Water Resources RONALD B. ROBIE, Director
MARY ANNE MARK GERALD H. MERAL ROBERT W. JAMES
Deputy Director Deputy Director Deputy Director
CHARLES R. SHOEMAKER Deputy Director
DONAT B. BRICE Acting Chief, Office of Water Conservation
This report was prepared within the Division of Planning, DONALD E. OWEN, Chief
by
Sarah R. Newman Barbara Meacham A. L. Riley
Student Assistant Student Assistant Landscape Architect
Assistance by the following is gratefully acknowledged:
Russ Beatty - University of California, Berkeley Carol Malcolm - Sunset Magazine
Rick Bergman - Plant Ecologist Robert Perry - Cal State Polytechnic University
John Dourly - Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden Greg Poseley - Southern District, DWR
Dara Emery - Santa Barbara Botanical Garden Wayne Roderick - Tilden Park, EBMUD
Robert Hagan, Ph.D. - University of California, Davis Robert Smith - Southern District, DWR
Richard Harris, Ph.D. - University of California, Davis Ken Taylor - California Native Plant Society
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In California, where the climate presents problems of summer drought, fluctuations in water supply from year to year, and long-term drought, an adequate water supply is a perennial concern. With escalating water demands due to a growing population, water conservation is an important method for gaining maximum utilization of current water supplies and reducing the need for additional water supply development.
Nearly 50 percent of California's urban residential water use goes towards the irrigation of landscaped plantings — amounting to almost 1,850 ,000 cubic dekametres (1 ,500 ,000 acre-feet) per year. Another esti- mated 370,000 cubic dekametres (300,000 acre-feet) is used for irrigating governmental and commercial lands. Based on predrought water use figures, new single-family units constructed by the year 2000 will create a demand for an additional 370,000 cubic dekametres (300,000 acre-feet) per year and new multi- family units will need another 308,000 cubic dekametres (250,000 acre-feet) per year. During the drought, various landscaping firms and governmental agencies reported a 25 percent to 90 percent reduction in water use for landscaped plantings due to efficient irrigation and changes in their maintenance practices . If the use of drought-tolerant plants and alternative water supplies , such as rainwater cisterns and gray- water systems, is added to this, outdoor water savings may be as high as 90-100 percent. Based on this high potential for water savings, it is reasonable to estimate that water use in existing landscapes can be reduced by 50 percent by the year 2000. A cutback of 50 percent of the water use in new single-family residences and 20 percent in new multifamily residences should also be possible by 2000. This reduction would result in water savings of 1,350,000 cubic dekametres (1,100 ,000 acre-feet) each year. (A cubic dekametre of water is approximately what a household of five people use in a year.) Reducing the water needs required for landscaping can, therefore, create substantial savings in our urban water supplies . The increased use of drought-tolerant plants is an important step towards long-term water conservation on the part of the homeowner or landscape designer .
A drought-tolerant plant is a plant that can survive with little or no water other than available rainfall. The degree of drought tolerance varies from site to site, from species to species, and from plant form to plant form.
Plants contain within them a continuous column of water which extends from their root hairs to the, pores in their leaf surfaces . This water supports the plant's structure and transports materials through the plant. Upward movement of the water column occurs when water evaporates from the pores in the leaf surfaces. When evaporation exceeds the amount of water being absorbed by the roots, the plant suffers water stress. Prolonged water stress eventually leads to the death of tissues or to the entire plant.
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Drought- tolerant plants are able to cope with scarcity of water by a variety of physiological adaptations . Some plants, including many trees in this plant list, survive dry conditions with the aid of deep, large root systems which tap water stored deep in the soil . Such plants will require nearly equivalent amounts of water as non-drought-tolerant plants, but need little or no artificial irrigation. Infrequent, deep watering, with shallow water basins around the plant fulfills these plants' water needs. In time, with the development of a deep root system, these plants may need no supplemental water. Problems arise, however, when the soil depth is too shallow. In such a case, the use of drought-tolerant plants which have other adaptations is advisable. (Plants with deep root systems are noted in the plant list.)
Other adaptations for water stress involve the leaves. Some plants have developed leaves with thick, heavy cuticles which reduce water loss. Others have hairy surfaces which slow air flow over the leaf, thereby increasing the leaf humidity and reducing the evaporation rate. Still other plants have developed means to reduce the amount of radiation from the sun heating their leaves, thus cutting the rate of evapo- ration. This is done either by white hairs that reflect sunlight or by leaves that fold when exposed to sunlight. A few plants — xerophytes , the lowest water users — drop their leaves and enter a dormant state under dry conditions . Later, with the return of moisture, they send out new leaves. (These are desig- nated "summer dormant" in the list.) Through the use of one of these adaptations or a combination of them, the plants in this list are able to cope with dry growing conditions .
A number of environmental conditions affect the amount of water available to a plant. The soil type, the soil depth, the local microclimate, the degree of exposure to sun and wind, and competition with other plants for water all affect the plant's available water supply, and ultimately determine its drought- tolerance in a particular location. Distinctions as to the degree of drought tolerance of the plants in this list have not been made here because of this relationship between site conditions and water needs. This plant list is designed to be used as one tool in the plant selection process. It is advisable to consult local landscape specialists for particular information on the tolerance and availability of plants for the environment that you wish to landscape. Information sources are included at the end of this paper.
It is important to remember that most plants, even drought-tolerant ones, need water initially in order to become established. In addition, some drought- tolerant plants need occasional watering — infrequent, but deep soakings to encourage a deep root system. Drought- tolerant plants should be grouped separately from water-demanding plants in order to provide each planting with irrigation to fit its needs. Many drought- tolerant plants suffer when over-watered.
Contrary to the popular image of a water conserving landscape consisting solely of cactus plants or resemb- ling a dusty scene of rocks and pebbles, drought tolerant plants are usually highly attractive, with lush foliage and showy flowers. This list contains plants to fit every landscaping need — offering a variety of form, size, foliage color, flower color, and fruit color.
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In addition, a number of the plants can serve functional needs, such as erosion control and fire retar- dance (which result in additional water savings) . Drought-tolerant plants, once established , have the added virtue of requiring relatively little care — a useful attribute for people with second homes or little time for gardening.
This plant list is not a complete dictionary of drought-tolerant plants. Such a compilation would be nearly impossible. Rather, this list gives those plants which are most likely to be available. Be sure to ask your nurseryperson to show you the latest available selection of drought-tolerant plants. California native plants, in particular — especially the manzanitas and ceanothus — have many new varieties coming out on the market. Fruit trees are not included in this list because of the ever-changing selection of new cultivars. Walnut, almond, pistachio, olive, and pomegranate trees are generally recognized as drought- tolerant or low water users. Citrus trees usually require less water than deciduous fruit trees. Fruit tree catalogs or your nurseryperson are good sources of information regarding low water-using fruit trees. Fruit trees are valuable for providing food as well as ornamental beauty.
The Department of Water Resources is dedicated to promoting water conservation in California. It is hoped that this bulletin will encourage the use of drought-tolerant plants and water conserving horticultural methods, and create an awareness of the potential water savings resulting from conservation practices.
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Demonstration Gardens
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since the 1976-77 drought, numerous organizations , State and local agencies have planted demonstration parks and gardens to teach the public about water-conserving landscaping. These demonstration gardens are valuable because they show the species of plants involved , the techniques used, and the design possibilities of water- conserving landscaping.
Following is a list of water-conserving garden demonstrations around the State. Visit the demonstration gardens in your area, and find out about the plants suitable to your location. Arboreta, botanical gardens and conservatories are another important source of information on drought plants. Addresses of those involved with drought tolerant plants are located in the Information Sources section.
Several housing developments in California have water and resource conservation features in their design. These developments demonstrate that a functional and attractive design can result when there is a sensitivity to the existing conditions of the site.
The list of demonstrations that appear here are those that will be planted by Fall 1979. There are more being developed in all regions of the State which are not yet ready for viewing. Contact the Landscape Water Conservation Program, California Department of Water Resources, p. O. Box 388, Sacramento, California 95802, (916) 322-3071 for further information.
Remember that landscapes, unlike buildings, take time to grow and "mature" . Recently planted demonstrations will not look like a finished product until they have had a chance to grow for several seasons.
LANDSCAPE DEMONSTRATIONS:
Southern California
Department of Water Resources Southern District Office 849 South Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90055
Coordinator: Greg Poseley (213) 620-2778
Richard's Park City of La Habra Euclid and Lambert Roads La Habra, CA 90631
Coordinator: Joann Jelly (213) 694-1011
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Northern California
Department of Water Resources S Office of Appropriate Tech- nology
17th S N Streets
Sacramento, CA 95816
Coordinator : Pam Ossman (916) 447-9346
Northern District Department of Water Resources 2440 Main Street Red Bluff, CA 96080
Coordinator : Clyde Muir (916) 446-2267
Concerned Citizens of Elmhurst
Demonstration Neighborhood 1600 Block of 84th Avenue Oakland, CA Jacque Costain (415) 568-5333
Marin County Water District 220 Nellen Avenue Corte Madera, CA 94925
Coordinator: Jim Vandeweg
Mesa Verde High School 7600 Lappe Lane Sacramento, CA 95610
Coordinator: Eli Kazer (916) 726-6616
Photo: The Concerned Citizens of Elmhurst, California Department of Water Resources , Oakland Neighborhood Design Center, and California Conservation Corps worked together to plant the 1600 block of 84th Avenue, Oakland, as a demonstration neighborhood landscape. Planted in November 1978.
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Northern California (Continued)
Woodside Library — California Native
Plant Garden 3140 Woodside Road Woodside, CA 94062
Coordinator: Mrs. Peter Gallagher (415) 854-0147
Marin Wood Community Services District Miller Creek Road San Rafael , CA
Coordinator: Allan Horobin (415) 479-0775
MODEL DEVELOPMENTS:
"San Marin East Development" John S tuber
Murray-McCormick Consultants 150 Ford Way Novate, CA 94947
(415) 897-7175
"Pacheco Valley Development" Larry Kerbs 5401 Redwood Highway Novate, CA 94947
(415) 883-9231
Portola Valley Ranch
Indian Crossing at Alpine Road
Portola Valley, CA 94205
Landscape Architect: (415) 326-4268
Nancy Hardesty
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MODEL URBAN WATER CONSERVATION GARDEN
When visiting the State Capitol, walk two blocks from the east end of Capitol Park, to the corner of 17th and N Streets to see this demonstration park. This park was planted in 1976-78 by the California Department of Water Resources and the Office of Appropriate Technology with the support of local organizations and neighbors.
This demonstration garden is now managed by the Community Inter- action Program "Growing Concern", whose headquarters are located at 1614 N Street, Sacramento. Phone 447-9346 for information on tours and workshops. Self-tour pamphlets are located in the
gazebo and plant identification signs are throughout the garden to aid the visitors .
Also visit the demonstration water-conserving planters located on the south side of the Resources Building on O Street, between 8th and 9th Streets. These planters, which are converted fountains , demonstrate drip irrigation and other new irrigation technologies.
(Photos of Model Urban Water Conservation Garden by Tom Tracy of San Francisco.)
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**ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA DROUGHT-TOLERANT LANDSCAPE**
1. All California native plants are drought tolerant.
Many native plants which grow along streams use a great deal of water from the stream but need no irriga- tion or rain. However, planted away from a water source, they would not tolerate a drought. Many other native plants require as much water as some imported or hybrid ornamental plants.
2 . All drought tolerant plants are native.
Many imported plants come from Mediterranean climates similar to California's and are drought tolerant here. Many have become naturalized, that is, they reproduce and flourish without assistance from people.
3 . Drought tolerant landscapes are composed of sand, pebbles, and desert plants.
Much of the public is unaware that some of the lush, green, flowering plants presently in their yards are drought tolerant plants. It is now necessary to substitute a green, flowering landscape for water conser- vation. We can have both. Many drought tolerant species have beautiful seasonal flowers, edible fruit, and pleasant fragrance. Desert plants are not necessarily readily adaptable to many of our urban land- scape situations which have higher humidities, lower temperatures , and different soils than these plants are accustomed to.
4. We will not have the same landscaping options as we have now if we use drought tolerant plants.
Water conserving grasses, turf substitutes , ground covers, hedges, shrubs, flowering plants, and shade trees are available for use in landscape design which are drought tolerant. Some are even fire retardant or deer-resistant .
5. Planting landscapes with drought tolerant species is a new idea.
Toyon, juniper, cotoneaster, rosemary shrubs, western redbud , Raphiolepis or Indian hawthorn, and bottle brush are just a few examples of plants you can commonly find in your own yard or neighborhood which require little or no supplemental watering after they are established.
6. Drought resistant plants never need to be watered.
All plants need some water to live. Young plants need more water than is usually available from rainfall, until they establish a good root system. After a drought tolerant plant becomes established in its new environment, (an average of 1-2 years) it will thrive with little or no irrigation.
7 . Drought Tolerant plants can be successfully mixed with more water-demanding plants.
Drought tolerant plants should be grouped together in the garden in order to conserve water. Some drought resistant species are susceptible to diseases and root rot when over-watered.
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This map shows the approximate location of areas where climatic conditions determine a plant species' ability to survive. This should be used merely as a general guide. California has a complex microclimatic distribution due to its diverse geography. Local conditions can vary greatly within a few miles.
Plants may be drought tolerant in some zones but require supple- mental water in others. Exposure of the site itself can also affect the success of a plant. At times, a tender plant is able to survive in a protected, southern exposure in a zone not at all suitable for its growth .
When selecting plants, be sure to check with local nurserymen as to the suitability of a species for a particular site.
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BOTANICAL NArTK
Acacia bailey ana
COMMON NAMI-:
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PLANT TVpr:
NOTKS
Bailey Acacia
All But Desert S High Sierras
Tree: BLE 20-30' high. 20-40' spread.
Lvs. -feathery, blue-gray. Fls .-yellow, aromatic, J an/ Feb. Brittle wood, surface roots.
Acacia longifolia (or A. latifolia)
Sydney Golden Wattle
All But Desert s sierras
Shrub/Tree: 20' high. 20' spread.
BLE, ec Fast-growing. Used as
a soil-binder , screen.
Acacia melanoxylon
Blackwood Acacia, Black Acacia
All But High Tree: BLE 40' high. 20' spread.
Desert and Fast-growing. Fls.-
Sierras creamy, in clusters,
March to April. Brittle
wood.
*Aesculus californica
California Buckeye
Mid Sierras Coastal Ranges North Coast Interior Valley
Tree: Dec id. sd, pt, ss, dr
40' high. 30-50' spread. Fls.- aromatic, pinkish white, late spring. Tolerant of urban pollu- tion/salt spray.
Ailanthus altissima
Tree-of -heaven
All
Tree: Dec id. pt
Weedy. 40-60' high. Equal spread. Lvs. -reddish in spring. Fast-growing. Tolerant of urban pollutior
Albizia julibrissin
Silktree
All But Tree: Decid. 25-35' high. Equal spread
South Coast wv Lvs .-feathery . Trunk-
single or multi . Fls.- pink, clusters. Attracts hummingbirds .
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BOTANICAL NAMK
conrroN NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
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*Arbutus menziesii
Madrone, Madrona
Mid Sierras Coastal Ranges North Coast Interior Valley
Tree: BLE 20-100' high. Bark-smooth,
reddish-brown. Fls. -white to pinkish, clusters. Fruit-red and orange berries. Disease sus- ceptibility.
Arbutus unedo
Strawberry Tree
Brachychi ton populneum Bottle Tree
All Zones, Except Shrub/Tree: High Elevation, BLE
Foothill S Coast Acceptable
Low Desert Coastal Ranges Interior Valley Coast
8-35' high. Equal spread. Bark-red-brown, shredding. Fls. -white. Fruit-red S yel- low. Slow to moderate growth .
Tree: BLE 30-50' high. 30' spread.
Fls. -white, bell-shaped, in clusters. May /June. Fruit- woody. Moderate growth.
Broussonetia papyrifera Paper Mulberry
All but High Tree: Decid. 25-40' high. Equal spread.
Elevations pt, wv. Fast-growing. Tolerant of
city conditions. Attracts
birds .
Callistemon viminalis
Weeping Bottlebrush
Central Valley Low Desert Coast Range Interior Valley
Tree: BIS
20-25' high. Fast-growing. Lvs . -copper-col ored when new. Fls. -red, in summer
*Calocedrus decurrens (or Libocedrus decurrens)
Incense Cedar
All but Low Tree: NLE 50-70' high. Narrow cone
Desert shape. Needles aromatic.
Bark-cinnamon red, furrow- ed. Fruit-cones. Grow in sun or shade.
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COMMON NAMI-:
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PLANT TVPI-:
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*Castanopsis chrysophylla Giant Chinquapin
Mid-Sierras North Coast
Tree: BLE To 75' . Slow growing,
Lvs. -glossy , dk green above, golden hairs beneath. Fls .-showy , white in summer.
Castanea mollissima
Chinese Chestnut
N. Coast & Coastal Tree: Central Valley Coastal Ranges Sierra Foothills High Elev. - Desert
Decid. 30-50' high. Requires
sun. Lvs. -red in spring, yellow or bronze in fall, Fls,- white, aromatic. Fruit-chestnuts .
Casuarina spp.
Beefwood
Casuarina cunninghamiana River She-oak
Casuarina equisetifolia Horsetail Tree
Central Valley Low Desert Coast S Coastal
Range Interior Valley
Central Valley Low Desert Coast S Coastal
Range Interior Valley
Central Valley Low Desert Coast Range Interior Valley
Tree: BLE 20-70' high. Resembles
pine. Fruit-woody , conelike Tolerant of dry or wet soil, heat, and wind.
Tree: BLE
Tree: BLE
70' high. Resembles pine. Branches-dk green, fine texture. Tolerant of heat and wind.
50-60' high. 20' spread. Fast-growing. Pine-like. Branches-drooping, gray- green. Fruit-cone-like.
*Catalpa speciosa
Western Catalpa
All
Tree: Decid. 40-60' high. 30-40' spread.
dr Fast-growing. Pest-free.
Fls .-white with purple spots, in mid-summer. Needs occasional deep watering.
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BOTANICAL NArfK
con'MON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
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Cedrus atlantica
Atlas Cedar
All But High Tree: NLE 40-60' high. Slow to
Elevations s moderate growth. Branches
Coast point upward. Needles-
blue-green, borne in clusters.
Cedrus deodora
Deodar Cedar
All But Low Desert
Tree: NLE 40-60' high. Fast-growing.
Branches-pendant , graceful . Needles borne in clusters. Grow in sun.
Cedrus libani
Cedar of Lebanon
All
Tree: NLE 40-60' high. Slow-growing.
Branches-stiff, horizontal. Needles-gray-green, borne in clusters. Grow in sun.
Celtis australis
European Hackberry
All But High Elevations Coast & South Coastal
Tree: Decid. 45-75' high. 35-50' spread.
dr Lvs .-gray-green. Tolerant
of heat, wind, drought, S alkaline soil . Grow in full sun. Needs some water.
Celtis laevigata
Sugarberry , Southern High Elevations Tree: Decid. or Mississippi High Desert dr
Hackberry
30-90' high. 40-45' spread. Branches-pendulous. Crown- open and broad. Grow in sun. Tolerant of wind S alkaline soil . Needs some water .
Celtis occidentalis
Common Hackberry
All
Tree: Decid. 50-60' high. 50' spread.
dr Grown in full sun. Leafs out
in April. Tolerant of wind and alkaline soil. Needs some water.
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BOTANICAL NAnK
Celtis sinensis
Ceratonia siligua
COMMON NAM!-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-;
NOTKS
Chinese Hackberry , Yunnan Hackberry
Carob, St. John's Bread
Central Valley
Desert Interior Valley North & South
Coastal
Central Valley
Low Desert North & South
Coastal
Tree: Decid. Similar to Common Hack-
dr berry but smaller. Lvs.-
glossy . Tolerant of wind and alkaline soil. Needs some water.
Tree/Shrub: 30-40' high. Equal spread.
BLE, f. Foliage- dense, dk green,
compound Ivs .
*Cercidium spp.
Palo Verde
Desert Interior Valley
Tree: Decid. sd
25' high. 25' spread. Fls. -small, yellow, in clusters in spring.
*Cercis occidentalis
Western Redbud
All But Desert
Tree: Decid. 10-18' high. Lvs. -yellow
dr fall color. Fls .-purplish-
pink, before leaves in spring.
*Cercocarpus betuloides
*Cercocarpus ledifolius
Cinnamomum camphora
Mountain Mahogany, All But High
Hardtack, Mountain Elevations
Ironwood, Sweet Brush Birch-Leaf Mtn Mahogany
Curl-leaf Mahogany
Camphor Tree
All
Tree/Shrub : BLE or semi- dec.
Tree/Shrub: BLE or Semi- Decid.
All But Desert Tree: BLE
£ High Elevations
20' high. Wide-spreading. Lvs.- clustered on spurs, pale undersides. Fruit- feathery plume attached, in fall.
30' high. Wide-spreading. Open crown of twisted branches. Fruit-feathery plume attached, in fall.
30-50' high. Casts deep shade. Lvs . -aromatic rose- colored in spring. Fls.- tiny, yellow, in spring. Fruit-black berries.
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BOTANICAL NAMK
Cotinus coggygria
COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT T^PK
NOTI-:S
Smoke Tree
All
Tree/Shrub: 25' high. 25' spread.
Decid . Lvs .-yellow to orange-red
in fall. Fls. -become covered in purple fuzzy hairs.
Crataegus spp.
Hawthorn
High Elevations High Desert North Coastal
Tree: Decid. Branches-thorny. Fls.-
t pretty, in spring. Fruits-
showy, in fall. Suscep- tible to pests.
Cupressus arizonica bonita (or Cupressus glabra)
Smooth Arizona Cypress
All But
High Elevations
Tree: NLE To 40". Conical shape.
Foliage-aromatic, gray- ish blue-green. Grow in full sun.
Cupressus macrocarpa
Monterey Cypress
North Coast
Tree: NLE Problems of disease.
40'+ high.
Beautiful picturesque shape. Foliage-dark green .
Eriobotrya deflexa
Eriobotrya japonica
Eucalyptus calophylla
Bronze Loquat
Loquat
Eucalyptus
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Easily trained into small tree. Lvs.- coppery when new. Good for espalier , patios, & containers.
Susceptible to fire blight. 15-30' high. Tolerant of sea side conditions. Fls .-white, clusters, aromatic fall/ winter. Some water needed.
50' high. Bark-rough, fis- sured. Lvs. -beautiful. Fls. -showy , in 1' clusters.
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COMT-rON NAT-tK
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Eucalyptus camaldulensis Red Gum, River Red All But High Tree: BLE
Gum Elevations f
80-120' high. Trunk-tan, mottled. Fls .-inconspic- uous, in summer. Extremely drought tolerant.
Eucalyptus citriodora
Lemon-scented Gum
All But High Elevations
Eucalyptus eremophila Tall Sand Mallee All But High
Elevations
Tree: BLE f
Tree: BLE
f
50-75' high. Fast-growing, trunk S branches-white to pink. Lvs. -golden-green, aromatic. Graceful.
25' high. Bushy. Scaly bark. Lvs.-dk green, shiny. Fls.- yellow, fuzzy, in clusters in June.
Eucalyptus globulus
Blue Gum
All But High Tree: BLE To 200'. Straight trunk.
Elevations f Bark-shredding, aromatic.
Fls. -white to yellow, winter
and spring.
Eucalyptus gunnii
Eucalyptus maculata
Eucalyptus microtheca
Cider Gum
Spotted Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus
All But High Elevations
All But High Elevations
All But High Elevation
Tree : BLE f
Tree : BLE f
Tree ; BLE f
40-75' high. Dense foliage. Bark-smooth, green, tan. Fls .-white, April-June.
50-75' high. Graceful. Bark-gray, patched red to violet . Lvs . -dk green . Fls. -white, clustered.
35-40' high. Bushy. Bark-smooth . Lvs . - blue-green.
i
Eucalyptus nicholii
Peppermint Gum, Nichol's Willow- leafed Peppermint
All But High Tree: BLE To 40'. Graceful, weeping.
Elevations f Lvs. -It green, purple-
tinged. Bark-smooth, brown. Fast-growing.
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BOTANICAL NArfK
Eucalyptus niphophila
coKT^ON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTi:S
Snow Gum
All But High Tree: BLE 20' high. Trunk-crooked.
Elevations f Lvs. -silvery blue. Bark-
smooth, white, peeling. Fls.- white, in clusters, in summer.
Eucalyptus polyanthemus Silver Dollar Gum
Eucalyptus sideroxylop ' Rosea '
Red Ironbark, Pink Ironbark
All But High Tree: BLE 20-60' high. Fast-growing.
Elevations f Lvs .-green-gray . Bark-
mottled. Fls. -white, spring/summer .
All But High Tree: BLE 20-80' high. Fast-growing.
Elevations f Lvs. -blue-green, bronze in
winter. Fls. -pink, fall to
spring.
Eucalyptus viminalis
Feijoa sellowiana
Manna Gum
Pineapple Guava
All But High Elevations
All But High
Desert S High Elevations
Tree: BLE
f
Tree/Shrub; BLE, e
150' high. Lvs. -light green. Branches-drooping, willow- like. Trunk-white, shredding.
18-25' high. Fls. -spring/ early summer. Fruit-edible, reddish-green. Grow in full sun/ partial shade.
Ficus carica
*Fraxinus dipetela
Common Fig
Foothill Ash
All But High
Desert S High Elevations
All But High Elevations
Tree: Decid. 20-40' high. Equal or
greater spread. Fast- growing. Bark-smooth gray. Edible fruit. Makes dense shade. Grows in sun.
Tree/Shrub: 18-20' high. Lvs. -compound.
Decid. sd,dr Fls. -white, showy, in
clusters, in spring. Needs occasional deep watering.
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BOTANICAL NAME
COMMON NAMK
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Fraxinus velutina
Fraxinus velutina •Modesto'
Arizona Ash
Modesto Ash
All But High Elevations
All But High Elevations
Tree : Decid . dr
Tree: Decid. dr
Pyramidal when young, spreading when mature. Separate sexes. Lvs.- 3-5 leaflets. Needs some water. Tolerates hot, dry, cold conditions.
30-50' high. Equal or greater spread. Lvs. yellowish-green ""' color -yellow
Fall Some water.
*Fremon todendron spp.
Flannel Bush
All But High Tree/Shrub: 6-20' high. Fast-growing.
Elevations BLE Lvs. -leathery , dk green.
Fls. -yellow, saucerlike.
Tolerates serpentine soils.
Geijera parviflora
Australian Willow
All But High Tree: BLE Casts light shade. Has
Elevations dr grace of weeping willow.
25-30' high. 20' spread.
Pest-free.
Ginkgo biloba
Maidenhair Tree, All But
Ginkgo Desert
Tree: Decid. 50-80' high. 40' spread.
dr Lvs.-fanshaped. Pest-free.
Fall color-yellow. Grow in sun. Needs occasional deep watering.
Gleditsia triacanthos inermis
Grevillea robusta
Thornless Honey Locust
Silk Oak
All But Coast and South Coastal
All But High
Elevations & High Desert
Tree: Decid.
Tree: BLE
35-70' high. Equal spread. Numerous varieties. Fall color-yellow. Requires full sun.
50-60' high. Fast-growing. Lvs. -fernlike, silvery under sides. Fls. -golden orange, large clusters, early spring
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Hakea laurina
COKMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Sea Urchin Tree
Low Desert Coast, Interior Valley, North S South Coastal
Tree/Shrub: 30' high. Pest- free.
BLE Lvs . -gray-green , wi th
red margin. Fls.-red , showy, clusters, winter.
* Meter omeles arbutifolia
Toyon
All But High Elevations
Tree/ Shrub : BLE
15-25' high. Multi- trunked. Lvs . -leathery , dk green. Fruit-red berries, in clusters, in winter.
Hoberia populnea
New Zealand Lace Bark
Coastal S Coast
Tree: BLE 50-60' high. Fast-growing.
Graceful growth habit. Fls, -white, in clusters, in late summer/ fall .
*Juglans californica
Southern California Black Walnut
Interior Valley S. Coast South Coastal
Tree/Shrub: 15-30' high. Multi-trunked .
Decid. dr Lvs. -compound. Tolerates
poor soil .
*Juglans hindsil
California Black Walnut - Hinds Black Walnut
Central Valley N. Coastal North Coast Interior Valley
Tree: Decid. 30-60' high. Fast-growing.
dr when young. Grow in full
sun. Fall color-brownish yellow. Fruit-2" across.
*Juniperus californica
*Juniperus occidentalis 'Glauca'
California Juniper
Sierra Juniper
All
All
Tree: NLE 10-40' high. Foliage-
yellowish-grn . Useful in desert areas S central coastal inner range S valley areas.
Tree: NLE 25'+ high. Needs some
water. First columnar, later round-headed. Foliage-blue-gray .
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BOTANICAL NAm-:
connON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Juniperus scopui or um 'Pendula'
Juniperus virginiana
La gers troemi a indica
Weeping Rocky Mountain Juniper
Red Cedar Juniper
Koelreuteria paniculata Goldenrain Tree
Crape Myrtle
All
All
All But South Coast S South Coastal
Central Valley. Low Desert Interior Valley
Tree: NLE
Tree: NLE
Tree: Decid. dr
Tree/Shrub : Decid.
20' high. Foliage- silvery. Branches- thin, weeping.
40-50' high. Conical shape. Foliage-dk green, reddish in cold winters. Needs some water.
20-35' high. 10-20' spread. Lvs. -reddish in spring, blue-green in summer. Fls-yellow clusters , summer. Seed pods. Needs some water esp. when young.
6-30' high. Slow-growing. Bark-smooth, gray or brown, ^ peeling to pink inner bark. Fls.-red to white, July-Sept. Water infre- quently but deeply.
Leptospermum laevigatum
Ligustrum lucidum
Australian Tea Tree
Glossy Privet
North & South Coast, North S South Coastal, Interior Valley
All But High Elevations
Tree : BLE ss
Tree : BLE
30' high. Bark-gray. Fls. -white, profuse, in spring. Tolerant of salt spray. Grow in sun.
40' high. Fast-growing. Fls .-white, aromatic clusters. Fruit-black berries. Pest- free. Grow in sun or shade. Somewhat drought tolerant.
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COnnON NAMK
ZONKS
PLANT T^PK
NOTKS
*Li)onothamnus floribundus Fernleaf Santa Cruz ' As pi eni fol i us ' Ironwood
North S South Coast, North & South Coastal
Tree: BLE 25-60' high. 20-40' spread.
ss Bark-redwood-colored,
peeling. Lvs . -compound , gray undersides. Fls.- white, in large clusters. Need well drained soil .
Mad ura pomifera
Osage Orange
All
Tree : Decid .
25-50' high. Equal spread. Fall color-yellow. Pest- free. Fast-growing, Grow in full sun.
Maytenus boaria
May ten Tree
Central Valley North Coast North Coastal Interior Valley
Tree: BLE 30-50' high. 20' spread.
Slow to moderate growth. Weeping habit. Will take some drought when established .
Melaleuca linarifolia
Flaxleaf Paperbark
All But High Elevations S South Coast
Tree
30' high. Crown-umbrella- like. Bark-white, shred- ding. Fls .-showy in summer. Lvs. -green, needlelike.
Melaleuca nesophila
Pink Melaleuca
All But High Elevations North Coastal & High Desert
Tree/Shrub: 20-30' high. Fast-growing,
ss Bark-thick, spongy. Lvs.-
gray-green. Fls. -mauve. Tolerant of seaside condi- tions .
Melaleuca quinguenervia Cajeput Tree
Central Valley Low Desert North Coast South Coastal South Coast
Tree
20-40' high. Young branches pendulous. Bark-peeling, It. brown. Lvs. -turn purple with frost. Fls. -yellow, white, sunuaer/fall.
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COMMON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Melaleuca stypbelioides
Prickly Melaleuca, Bottlebrush
All But High Elevations & High Desert
Tree
20-40' high. Branches pendulous. Bark-papery, It tan. Fls .-white , from summer thru fall.
Mel la azedarach "Umbraculifera '
Texas Umbrella Tree Umbrella Chinaberry
All But High Tree: Decid. 30' high. Fast-growing.
Elevations Crown-umbrella-shaped.
Fls. -lilac, aromatic,
in spring. Fruit-yellow berries.
Morus alba 'Stribling'
Fruitless White Mulberry
All
Tree: Decid.
35' high. 35' spread. Rapid-growing. Fruit- edible, early summer. Will take some drought once established.
Morus rubra
Red Mulberry
All Zones incl . Foothill Region, not High Elev.
Tree: Decid. e, dr
50' high. Rapid-growing. Fruit-edible, in early summer, attracts birds.
01 ea europaea and varieties
Olive
All But High Tree: BLE 25-30' high. Trunk~gray,
Elevations gnarled. Lvs .-narrow,
silvery gray. Fls .-tiny , white, aromatic in summer.
Parkinsonia aculeata
Jerusalem Thorn, Mexican Palo Verde
All But High Tree:
Elevations & sd
Central Valley
Decid. 15-30' high. 15-30' spread.
Foliage-feathery. Fls,- yellow, aromatic. Grows best in full sun.
Phellodendron amurense
Amur Cork Tree
All But South Coast, South Coastal S Interior Valley
Tree: Decid. 30-50' high. Equal spread.
Lvs. & berries - aromatic . Fall color-yellow. Re- quires full sun.
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*Pinus aristata
*Pinus attenuata
Pmus canariensis
*Pinus contorta
*Pinus coulterii
Pinus halepensis
*Pinus Jeffrey!
COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTLS
Bristlecone Pine, Hickory Pine
Knobcone Pine
Canary Island Pine
Shore Pine
Jeffrey Pine
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N, Coast |
Tree : |
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High Elevations |
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Tree .- ss |
NLE |
All But High Sierras
N. s S. Coast
High Elev. High Desert
Tree ; NLE
Tree: NLE
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Coulter Pine |
All But High Sierras |
Tree : |
NLE |
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Aleppo Pine |
All But High |
Tree : |
NLE |
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Sierras |
ss |
Tree: NLE
8-20' high. Slow-growing. Foliage-dense, blue-green needles. Requires sun. Some water needed.
20-80' high. Rapid-growing. Habit-open, irregular. Lvs .-yellow-green, needles. Require sun S coastal conditions .
60-80' high. Fast-growing. Foliage-hanging , grass- green needles. Require sun.
20-35' high. Fast-growing. Foliage-dk green, dense. Fruit-cone, It yellow- brown. Require sun. Best in coast ranges.
40-80' high. Moderate to fast growth. Tolerant of heat and wind. Require sun.
30-60' high. Fast-growing. Foliage-It green needles. Tolerate windy seaside conditions. Require sun. Aphid pests.
60-120' high. Moderate growth. Lvs. -bl u e -green needles. Fruit-reddish brown cones. Require sun. Intolereuit of smog.
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COMrrON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
*Pinus muricata
Bishop Pine
N. S S. Coast
Tree: NLE 40-50' high. Moderate to
ss rapid growth. Lvs.-dk green
needles. Fruit-brown cones.
Tolerant of wind and salt
air. Susceptible to brown
pine scale.
Pinus pinaster
Maritime Pine, Cluster N. S S. Coast Tree: NLE
Pine ss
80-90' high. Rapid growth. Habit-pyramidal. Lvs.~ glossy green needles. Fruit-glossy It brown cones .
Pinus pinea
Italian Stone Pine
All But Desert & High Sierra
Tree: NLE 40-80' high. Moderate
ss growth. Flat-topped
when mature. Lvs. -gray- green needles.
*Pinus ponderosa
Ponderosa Pine, Yellow Pine
All But Desert
Tree: NLE 75'+ high. Moderate to
rapid growth. Foliage-dk green needles. Requires sun.
*Pinus sabiniana
Digger Pine
Foothills, Cent. Tree: NLE S Interior Valley
40-80' high. Fast-growing. Lvs .-gray-green needles. Provides little shade. Requires sun. Very drought tolerant.
Pinus sylvestris
Scotch Pine, Scots Pine
All But Desert Tree: NLE
S High Sierras
40-100' high. Picturesquely, crooked. Require sun & some water. Bark- flaking , orange-brown on upper branches. Lvs .-blue-green.
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COM'MON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT T^PK
NOTKS
Pinus thunbergii
Japeuiese Black Pine All But Desert
Tree: NLE 20-80' high. Rapid
ss growth. Irregular
graceful outline. Bark~ black. Lvs.-deep green needles. Tolerates salt air.
* Pinus torreyana
Torrey Pine
All But High Tree: NLE 40-60' high. Fast-growing
Sierra Lvs.-lt gray-green to dk
gr needles. Fruit-choco- late brown cones. Requires sun.
Pistacia atlantica
Mount Atlas Pistache
All But High Elevations
Tree: Semi- Dec, or Dec id.
60' high. Slow to moderate growth . Habi t-pyramidal . Lvs .-compound, glossy. Fruit-dk blue or purple.
Pistacia chinensis
Chinese Pistache
All But High Tree: Decid. To 60' high. Equal spread.
Elevations Fall color -brillicLnt orange
& Coast and red. Pest-free. Grows
best in sun.
Pittosporum spp.
Pittosporum
Refer to
Specific Species
Tree: BLE Small trees or shrubs.
ss Fls. -aromatic. Fairly
drought tolerant. Best with water. Fruit-small, yellow or orange. Tolerates sea- side conditions.
Platanus acerifoli^
London Plane Tree
All
Tree: Decid. 70-100' high. Equal spread.
pt Bark-decorative, peeling,
mottled white. Rapid- growing. Fruit-seedball .
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COMT^ON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
*Platanus racemosa
California Sycamore
All But High Tree: Decid. 40-90' high. Rapid-growing
Elevations Sometimes with picturesquely
gnarled multiple trunks. Bark decorative. Riparian tree. Susceptible to diseasei
Popul us alba
White Poplar
All
Tree: Decid. 50-60' high. Equal spread.
Lvs . -whi te under si des , turn red in fall . Inva- sive roots for septic systems .Columnar varieties.
*Populus fremontii
Fremont Cottonwood
All But High Tree: Decid. Lvs .-yellow-green, glossy.
Elevations 40-60' high. I'ery rapid
growth. Riparian tree.
Requires little water. Used
for shade and windbreak in
desert.
Prunus cerasifera
atropurpurea
(or P. pissardii)
*Prunus ilicifolia
Prunus lusitanica
*Prunus lyonii
Pissard Plum
Hollyleaf Cherry
Portugal Laurel
Catalina Cherry
All But High Elevations
All But High Elevations & High Desert
All But High Elevations S Desert
All But High Elevations S High Desert
Tree: Decid.
Tree : BLE
Tree/Shrub : BLE
Tree : BLE
15-20' high. Many varieties. Lvs .-reddish purple all summer. Short-lived.
20-30' high. Moderate growth. Fls.- 3-6" spikes, creamy, March. Fruit-reddish, purple. Extremely drought tolerant.
10-30' high. Dense-branchini Lvs .-glossy , dk green. Fls,' 5-10" spikes, creamy. Fruit
10-45' high. Easy mainten- ance. Fls .-creamy , 4-6" spikes, April/May. Fruit- black, August/Sept.
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COT^MON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTKS
*Pseudotsuga menziesii
*Quercus agrifolia
Douglas Fir
Coast Live Oak California Live Oak
High Elevations Tree: NLE Central Valley North Coast S North Coastal
All But High Elevations S Desert
Tree: BLE
10-12' clipped hedges 70-250' in forests. Fragrant. Sun or shade. Mind tolerant. Pyramidal when young.
20-70' high. Moderate growth rate. Bark-rough, gray . Lvs . -spiny , convex . Requires well-drained soil.
*Quercus chrysolepis
*Quercus douglasi
*Quercus garryana
Canyon Live Oak
Blue Oak
Oregon White Oak
All But High Elevations S Desert
All
Tree: BLE
Tree: Decid.
North Coast Tree: Decid.
S North Coastal
20-60' high. Requires sun. Slow-growing. Bark-smooth, whitish. Lvs.- have whitish undersides.
20-60' high. Wide-spreading. Bark-It gray. Slow growing when young. Lvs. -bluish green, oval.
40-90' high. Slow to moder- ate growth. Bark-grayish. Lvs. -leathery, rusty under- sides. Grow in full sun.
*Quercus kelloggil
California Black Oak
North Coastal
Tree: Decid. 30-80' high. Equal spread.
Lvs. -reddish in spring, yellowish in fall. Grow in full sun. Slow growing.
*Quercus lobata
Valley Oak, California High Elevations Tree: Decid. White Oak Central Valley
Desert
North Coastal
Interior Valley
70' high. Picturesquely twisted branches. Bark- gray , checkered . Lvs . - pale undersides.
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COMMON NAM!-:
ZONKS
PLANT T^PI-:
NOTKS
Quercus super
*guercus wislizenii
Cork Oak
Interior Live Oak
Central Valley
Desert
N. S S. Coastal
Interior Valley
Central Valley North Coastal Interior Valley
Tree: BLE
Tree : BLE
40-60' high. Rapid-growing. Lvs.-lobed, dk grn on top, silvery underneath. Grows best in gravelly soil.
Slow-growing. 30-75' high. Wider spread. Dense crown . Lvs . -glossy .
Rhus lancea
African Sumac
All But High Tree: BLE To 25'. Habit-open. slow-
Elevations & growing. Graceful, weeping
High Desert outer branches. Fruit-
yellow or red, clusters.
Robinia pseudoacacia
Black Locust, False Acacia
All
Tree: Decid. 50-80' high. Fast-growing.
Thorny. Narrow spread. Fls. -white, aromatic in hanging clusters. Fruit- beanlike pods.
*Saiabucus caerulea
Blue Elderberry
High Elevations
Desert
North Coastal
North Coast
Tree/Shrub: 50' high. Spreading habit.
Decid. Lvs , -compound . Fls .-white,
in clusters , April-Aug.
Fruit-blue-blk. berries.
Needs occasional summer
water. Riparian tree.
Schinus molle
California Pepper Tree
All But High Tree: BLE 25-40' high. Fast-growing.
Elevations S f Gnarled trunk, drooping
High Desert branches. Fruit-rose-colored
Little care needed.
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COT^nON NAm-;
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Schinus polygamus
Peruvian Pepper Tree
All But High Tree: BLE or 15-25' high. 15-25' spread.
Elevations Semi-Dec. Fls. -white, aromatic 4-8"
clusters. Fruit-flat seed pods. Grows best in full sun.
Schinus terebinthif alius Brazilian Pepper
N. S S. Coast N. & S. Coastal
Tree: BLE 30' High. Equal spread.
Lvs.- Dk green, glossy. Fruit-blight red berries in winter. Water infre- quently S deeply to dis- courage surface roots.
*Sequoiadendron giganteum
Big Tree, Giant Sequoia
All
Tree: NLE Conical when young. Lvs.-
blue-green needles. Grow in full sun. Moderate to slow growing.
Sophora japonica
Sorbus aucuparia
Chinese Scholar Tree Japanese Pagoda Tree
European Mountain Ash Rowan Tree
All
High Elevations North Coastal North Coast
Tree: Decid. 50-75' high. Equal spread.
Lvs. -fernlike, pest-free. Fls. -white, clusters in late summer. Fruit-yellow pods.
Tree: Decid. 20-40' high. Equal spread.
Lvs. -fernlike, red in fall. Fls. -white, profuse, in clusters. Needs some summer water.
Tamarix aphylla
Salt Cedar, Athel Tree
Desert
Tree: Decid. 30-50' high. Fast-growing.
Appears to be evergreen. Has a competitive root system. Tolerant of alka- line soil.
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COMKON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
*Thuja plicata
*Torreya californica
Giant Arborvitae Western Red Cedar
California Nutmeg
Ulntus parvifolia
Chinese Elm
Ulmus pumila
*Umbellularia californica
*yucca brevifolia
Siberian Elm
California Bay California Laurel
Joshua Tree
All But Desert
All But High Elevations & Desert
All But High Elevations & High Desert
All
All But High Elevations & High Desert
All But High Elevations
Tree: NLE
Tree: NLE
Tree : BLE Semi-Dec. or Dec id .
Tree: Dec id.
Tree : BLE f
Tree: BLE
NOTi:s
50'+ high. Fast-growing. Branches-drooping , lacy effect. Lvs .-green, scale- like needles.
Wide open pyramidal crown Slow-growing. 15-50' high Branches-horizontal , slender, drooping at tips. Fruit-plumlike, pale greet w/ purple. Needs occasiom summer watering.
40-50' high. Equal spread] Trunk-peeling bark, mottli Lvs .-purplish in fall. Fls. S Fruit in fall. Neee some water.
50-75' high. Equal spreadi Lvs.- yellow in fall. Tolerant of wind. Needs some water.
20-25' high. Equal spreadi Lvs. -glossy , with dull, It green undersides. Pest frt Aromatic. Best w/ occasion
summer watering.
15-30' high. Slow-growingt Has few heavy branches. Fls.- Feb to April, green, white, in 1' clusters.
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BOTANICAL NAKI-:
CO^iT^ON NAm-:
zONi-:s
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTi:s
Zelkova serrata
Japanese Zelkova Japanese Keaki Tree Sawleaf Zelkova
All
Tree: Decid. 50-80' high. Equal spread.
Vase-shaped . Needs occa- sional summer water. Lvs.- elm-like, red fall color. Grow in full sun.
Zizgphus jujuba
Chinese jujube
All But High Tree; Decid. 20-30' high. Equal spread.
Elevations & Slow to moderate growth.
North Coast Fls .-yellow, clusters,
early summer. Fruit-date- like. Needs some water.
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palms
BOTANICAL NArtK
COM"KON NA^ri-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Butia capitata
Chamaerops humilis
Cordyline australis
Erythea arwata
Livistona chinensis
Livistona mariae
Phoenix canariensis
Phoenix dactylifera
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Pindo Palm |
All But High Elevations S High Desert |
Palm |
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Mediterranean Fan |
All But High |
Palm |
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Palm |
Elevations |
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Dracaena |
All But High |
Palmlike |
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Evergreen |
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Mexican Blue Palm |
All But High Elevations Central Valley s High Desert |
Palm |
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Chinese Fountain |
All But High |
Palm |
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Palm |
Elevations Central Valley S High Desert |
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All But High |
Palm |
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Elevations |
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Central Valley |
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Canary Island Date |
All But High |
Palm |
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Palm |
Elevations S High Desert |
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Date Palm |
All But High |
Palm |
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Elevations & |
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High Desert |
10-20' high. Slow-growing. Lvs .-gray-green, feathery, arching.
20' high. 20' spread,
Lvs .-green to bluish-green.
Wind-resistant .
20-30' high. Grow in any soil. Fls .-fragrant , in clusters, in late spring.
40' high. 6-8' spread. Lvs .-silvery blue. Fls.- creamy, wind-resistant. SI ow-growi ng .
15' high. Slow-growing. Lvs .-3-6' , bright green, drooping edges. Self- cleaning.
10-15' high. Slow-growing. Lvs. -3-4' wide. Young plants have reddish leaves and stems.
60' high. 50' spread. Slow-growing. Heavy trunk.
Very tall. Slender trunk. Lvs . -gray-green , waxy , stiff leaflets. Suckers from base.
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BOTANICAL NA^TI-:
COMMON NAMI-:
XONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTKS
Phoenix humilis (or P . loureiri )
Phoenix sylvestris
Sabal mexicana
Sabal minor
Sabal rosei
Sabal texana
Silver Date Palm
Daxaca Palmetto
Trachycarpis fortuneii
*Washingtonia fi lifer a
Palmetto
Palmetto
Palmetto
Windmill Palm
California Fan Palm
All But High Palm
Elevations & High Desert
N. S S. Coast Palm
W. S S. Coastal
All But High Palm
Elevations Central Valley High Desert
All But High Palm
Elevations Central Valley High Desert
All But High Palm
Elevations Central Valley High Desert
All But High Palm
Elevations Central Valley High Desert
All But High Palm
Elevations
All But High Palm
Elevations
10-18' high. Slow-growing. Lvs.-dark green, 10' long, flexible.
30' high. Single trunk, with old leaf bases. Lvs . -gray-green .
30-50' high. Slow-growing. Slender trunk. Lvs.- fan- like.
6' high. Trunkless. Old leaves fold .down at base.
20' high. Slender trunk. Lvs. -pale green. Fls.- pale green.
60-70' high. Lvs. -light green, 3-5' wide. Dense, round head.
30' high. Fast-growing. Trunk dark, thicker at top, with hairy fiber. Lvs.- fanlike, 3' across.
60' high. Moderate-growing. Open crown . Lvs . -fanlike , old leaves bend down to form skirt . Takes some drought but thrives on moisture.
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COnMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
Washingtonia robusta
Mexican Fan Palm
All But High Elevations
Palm
NOTKS
100' high. More slender leaf stalks shorter, more compact crown than W. filiff>ra.
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The climate, type and depth of soil, specifics and age of plants, and the depth of their root systems all help determine how much irrigation should occur. Older established trees and shrubs with deep root systems often do not require watering. Shallow-rooted plants
such as turf grass, ground covers and annuals have a more shallow soil reservoir and need watering more frequently .
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BOTANICAL NAMK
cormoN NAi^i-:
XONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTKS
Abel i a grandiflora
Glossy Abelia
All But High Elevations
Shrub: BLE or semi-Dec .
3-8' high. Equal spread. Lvs .-shiny , reddish bronze in spring and fall. Fls.- white or tinged pink. June to Oct. Needs some water.
Abeliophyllum distichum
White Forsythia
High Elevations Shrub: Decid.
3-4' high. Equal spread. Lvs .-bluish-green. Purple buds in winter. Fls. -white, aromatic in Feb. Grow in sun or light shade. Needs some water.
Acanthopanax sieboldianus
Five-leaved Aralia Angelica Shrub
High Elevations Desert
Central Valley North Coast & North Coastal
Shrub: Decid.
10' high. Spiny. Arching branches. Lvs,- glossy , fan-like, divided into 5-7 leaflets. Yellow in fall . Needs occasional summer water.
Agapanthus africanus
Agave americana
Lily-of-the-Nile
Century Plant
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Shrub: Succulent t |
Interior Valley
Ih' high (Fl. stalk). Fls.- blue, 20-50 in a cluster, in mid-summer to early fall. Needs some water.
15-40' high (Fl. stalk) Lvs. -6' long, with hooked spines, blue-green. Fls.- yellowish-green. Plant dies after bloom. j
Aloe spp.
Aloe
All But High Shrub: Clumps of fleshy pointed
Elevations S Succulent lvs. Fls. -orange, yellow
High Desert or red, in clusters.
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co>T"KON NArri-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
*Amelanchier alnifolia
Western Service Berry Saskatoon Service Berry
High Elevations Shrub
NOTLS
12-15' high. Lvs. -small bronzy red in spring, grn in summer, yellow to red in autumn. Fls. -white, in clusters, in spring. Frt.-tiny , bluish, June S July.
Amelanchier stolonifera
Service Berry, Shadbush
High Elevations Shrub: Dec id. wv
4'high. Dense, twiggy. Spread by underground roots. Red fall color. Fls. -white, clustered in. early spring. Frt.- pur- plish-black berries. Eaten by birds. Needs some water.
*Arctos taphylos densiflora McMinn Manzanita 'Howard McMinn'
Central Valley N. Coastal N. Coast Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 30" high. 7' spread.
mounding. Lvs.- small, glossy. Bark-smooth, reddish black. Fls.- whitish pink, Feb-April
*Arctostaphylos edmundsii
Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'
Little Sur Manzanita
Emerald Carpet Manzanita
All But High Elevations S Desert
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub/GC:BLE
Shrub: BLE
4-24" high. 12' spread. Lvs .-roundish. It. grn, with red stems. Needs some water. Fls.- pink, in Dec-Jan.
10-16" high. Low growing, compact. Moderately fast grower. Lvs. -shiny , oval, emerald-green, V long. Fls. -pale pink, in March.
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COMMON NAm-:
zONi:s
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Arctostaphijlos 'Festival '
Festival Manzanita
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All But High Shrub: BLE 30" high. Spreading.
Elevations S Lvs.-Jf", oval, changes
Desert colors-grn, gold, russet,
bronze, scarlet during fall-winter. Fls. -white, w/ rose-pink base, in March.
Arctostaphylos ' Greensphere '
* Arctostaphylos hooker ii
Greensphere Manzanita
Monterey Manzanita Hooker's Manzanita
Arctostaphylos 'Indian Hill'
Indian Hill Manzani ta
All But High Elevations & Desert
All But High Elevations & Desert
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub: BLE 4' high. 6 'spread. Forms
perfect sphere. Uniform growth. Lvs .-small , dk. green, roundish.
Shrub: BLE lh-4' high. 6' spread.
Slow-growi ng . Lvs . - glossy, bright green, Fls r white to pinkish, Feb- Apr i 1. Frt. -Bright red, shiny.
Shrub: BLE 9-12" high. Low-growing.
Moderately fast-growing . Tight S compact . Lvs . - grey-green, oval, small, h" long. Fls. -white, flushed pink.
* Arctostaphylos
Common Manzanita
manzanita
All But High Shrub/Tree: 6-20' high. 4-10' spread.
Elevations & BLE Bark-purplish red. Lvs.-
Desert shiny bright grn. Fls.-
white to pink, drooping cl us ters . Feb-Apri 1 . Frt. -white to red.
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COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT T^PE
NOTES
Arctostaphijlos ' Sandsprite'
Sandsprite Manzanita
All But High Shrub: BLE 14-16" high. Spreading.
Elevations S Lvs.- It. grn, oval, new
Desert lvs red in fall, bronze
in winter. Fls. -rose- pink in March. Frt.-red berries .
Arctostaphylos 'Sea Spray'
Sea Spray Manzanita
All But High Shrub: BLE 2' high. Spreading. Forms
Elevations S dense carpet. Lvs.-dk grn.
Desert w/pale grn iris around
edge. Colorful in fall S winter. Fls. -white, flushed pink in spring.
* Arctostaphylos
Bearberry
uva-ursi
All But Desert
Shrub/GC: 6-12" high. 15' spread.
BLE Lvs. -reddish in spring,
glossy dk. grn in summer, bronze in fall. Fls.- tiny, pale pink. Frt. -shiny, bright red berries.
Arctostaphylos 'Winterglow'
Winterglow Manzanita
All But High Shrub:BLE 2' high. Spreading. Fast-
Elevations S growing. Lvs. -pale grn.
Desert oval . New growth coppery
red in fall. All coppery red in winter. Fls. -pink masses in March. Frt.- bright red in June.
Aronia arbutifolia
Red Chokeberry
High Elevations Shrub: Decid.
6-10' high. Lvs .-white-grn. Lvs.- red in fall. Fls.- white or tinged pink in April or May. Frt.- clus- ters of red berries.
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Aronia melanocarpa
cortrroN NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
Black Chokeberry
All
NOTKS
Shrub: Decid.
lis-3' high. Lvs.-pale grn, red in fall. Fls.- white or pink clusters in late spring. Frt.- clusters of black berries. Best in full sun .
Aronia prunifolia
Purple Chokeberry All
Shrub: Decid.
10-12' high. Lvs.-red in fall. Fls. -white or pink clusters in late spring. Frt. -purple berries. Best in full sun.
Artemisia spp.
*Artemisia californica
*Artriplex canescens
All
Coastal Sage All
California Sage Brush
Four-wing Saltbush All
Shrub/ Perennial Lvs. -white or silvery. BLE or Decid. Grow in full sun. f
Shrub: BLE, sd
Shrub: BLE f ,ss
Gray-grn scented foilage. Tolerant of poor , shallow soil. Heat enduring.
3-6' high. 4-8' spread. Lvs. -narrow, gray. Toler- ates seaside conditions S alkaline desert soils.
*Atriplex lentiformis breweri
Brewer Saltbush
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub:BLE 5-7' high. 6-8' wide.
f,ss Densely branched. Lvs.-
oval , bluish-gray. Toler- ates seaside conditions and alkaline desert soil.
*Baccharis pilularis ' Consanguinea '
Coyote Bush
All But High Shrub:BLE 4-10' high. 6-8' spread.
Elevations Lvs. -small , toothed.
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COMMON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT T'^PK
NOTKS
Berberis darwinii
Darwin Barberry
North Coast North Coastal
Shrub: BLE 5-10' high. 4-7' spread.
t Fountainlike habit.
Lvs.-dk grn. Fls.- orange- yellow, profuse. Frt.- dk blue berries. Need some water.
Berberis 'Golden Abundance '
Golden Abundance Barberry
All But High Shrub: BLE 8' high. Equal spread.
Elevations S Lvs.-dk shiny green.
Desert yellow when young. Fls.-
large, golden, aromatic on drooping racemes. Frt. round, purple-blue.
Berberis irwinii
Dwarf Barberry
North Coast North Coastal
Shrub:BLE 18" high. Fountainlike
t habit. Lvs.-dk grn.
Needs some water.
Berberis koreana
Korean Barberry
All
Shrub: Decid.
t
4-6' high. Lvs.-red in fall. Fls. -hanging clus- ters, yellow, small, in late spring. Frt. -hanging clusters, red berries. Needs some water.
Berberis mentorensis
Mentor Barberry
North Coast North Coastal
Shrub: BLE or semi -Decid .
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7' high. Equal spread. Compact growth. Lvs.- dk. green. Fls. -small, yellow. Needs some water. Frt.-dk red berries.
Berberis nevinii
Nevin's Barberry
All But High Shrub: BLE 3-10' high. 6~10'spread.
Elevations Fls. -yellow showy clusters,
March-April . Frt . -yellow/ orange, June s July.
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Berber is thunbergii
COMMON NAMI-:
ZONi:S
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Japanese Barberry
North Coast North Coastal
Shrub: Dec id. t
4-6' high. Equal spread. Arching branches , spiny. Lvs. -yellow, orange, or red in fall. Frt.-red berries. Needs some water.
Buddleia alternifolia
Fountain Butterfly Bush
All
Shrub: Decid. 12' high. Arching branches. Fls. -lilac-purple, in small clusters , profuse, fragrant. Grow in full sun.
Buxus spp.
Boxwood , Box
Refer to Specific Species
Shrub: BLE Small leaves. Takes clip-
ping well . Needs some water. Soft, billowing shape when not clipped. Grow in full sun or shade.
Callicarpa dichotoma
Purple Beauty Berry
High Elevations Shrub: Decid.
6' high. Lvs.S stems turn purplish in autumn. Fls.- pink, small, in mid-summer. Frt . -pinkish-voilet berries .
Callicarpa japonica
Callistemon citrinus
Beauty Berry
Lemon Bottle Brush
High Elevations Shrub: Decid.
*Calycanthus occidentalis Western Spice Bush
All But High Elevations S High Desert
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub: BLE
Shrub: along streams
6-10' high. Lvs. -golden in fall. Frt. -purplish berries .
10-15' high. Lvs. -copper- colored when new. Fls. -6" long, bright red brushes.
4-12' high. Lvs. -bright grn. Yellow in fall. Fls. reddish brown, 2" across. Apr-Aug. Aromatic lvs S
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C&ragana aborescens
corrrrON NAm-:
zONi:s
PLANT T^PL
NOTLS
Siberian Pea-Shrub
All But Shrub/Tree: 20' high. 15' spread.
S. Coast S Deciduous Fast-growing, Spiny
S. Coastal twigs. Fls. -yellow,
aromatic in spring. Lvs.- composed of 4-6 roundish leaflets.
*Carpenteria californica Bush Anemone
All But High Shrub: BLE 3-6' high. Moderate grow-
Elevations S ing. Bark-older bark
Desert peels. Younger bark-
pur pi i sh . Lvs .-whitish undersides. Fls. -white, aromatic, May-Aug. Needs occasional summer water.
Cassia spp.
Cassia artemisioides
Senna
Feathery Cassia
Refer to Specific Species
Shrub: BLE, Semi-Decid or Decid .
Fls. -yellow or golden. Infrequent but deep watering.
All But High Shrub: BLE 3-5' high. Lvs. -composed
Elevations S of gray, needlelike leaf-
High Desert lets. Fls. -sulfur yellow
in clusters, Jan. -Apr .
*Castanopsis spp.
*Ceanothus spp.
*Ceanothus arboreus 'Ray D. Hartman'
Chinquapin
Ceanothus
Feltleaf Ceanothus
Refer to Specific Species
Refer to Shrub: BLE
Specific Species "^
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub/Tree: Slow growing. Foliage
BLE attractive. Grow in sun.
Short-lived. Browsed by deer.
Shrub/Tree: 10-15' high. 12-15' spread.
BLE Lvs. -large, dk grn. Fls.-
bright blue, in clusters
March to May.
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COrmON NAME
ZONES
PLANT T^PI-:
NOTKS
*Ceano thus ' Concha '
Ceanothus 'Blue Buttons'
Ceanothus 'Blue Whisp'
Wild Lilac
Blue Buttons Ceanothus
Blue Whisp Ceanothus
N. Coast S S . Coas t N.S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Interior Valley N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub : BLE
Shrub : BLE
Shrub: BLE
6' high. Lvs.-dk. grn, wrinkled, semi-glossy. Fls.-dk blue, in round tight clusters.
12' high. Fast growing. Vaselike form. Lvs .-ii-h, blackish-grn. Fls.-pale blue, button-like, pro- fuse in March.
8' high. Greater spread. Lvs .-pale grn, narrow, in tight rosettes. Aromatic. Fls. -ice-blue, 3" long, along branches. In early April.
Ceanothus 'Fallen Skies' Fallen Skies
Ceanothus
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub/GC:BLE
9-14" high. Fast-growing . Prostrate. Lvs.-dk grn, round, leathery. Fls.- pale blue, abundant, early March.
*Ceanothus foliosus
Wavy leaf Ceanothus
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 2-3' high. Lvs .-wavy-edged,
small, glossy, whitish undersides. Fls.-pale to dk blue in dense clusters.
Ceanothus 'Frosty Blue'
Frosty Blue Ceanothus
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub: BLE 8' high. 10' spread. Lvs.
dk grn, deeply veined, 3/4 long. Fls. -sky blue, frosted, on 3h" long spikes.
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*Ceanothus griseus
COnT^ON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTi-:s
Carmel Ceanothus
All But High Shzub: BLE Upright & high, w/low S
Elevations S f spreading variety horizon-
Desert talis. Lvs.-dk grn with
gray undersides . Fls.- violet blue in dense clusters .
Ceanothus griseus 'Santa Ana'
Santa Ana Ceanothus
All But High Shrub: BLE 4-8' high. (Lower S
Elevations S spreading to 20' on slopes J
Desert Dense. Lvs.-dk grn,
prominently veined. Fls.- midnight blue, in dense 2-4" clusters in spring.
*Ceanothus 'Joyce Coulter' Coulter Ceanothus
N. S S. Coast W. S S. Coastal
Shrub: BLE 3' high. 12-20' spread.
Lvs. and f Is. resemble C. jyapillosus.
*Ceanothus 'Julia Phelps' Ceanothus
All But High Shrub: BLE 6'8' high. 8-10' spread.
Elevations S Fls .-rich cobalt blue.
Desert in clusters.
*Ceanothus papillosus
Wartleaf Ceanothus
N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal
Shrub: BLE 4-15' high. 15'+ spread. |
Lvs. -narrow, warty, shiny, dk grn, with gray under- sides. Fls. -deep blue, in small dense clusters.
Ceanothus rigidus 'Snowball'
Snowball Ceanothus
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 6-7' high. Equal spread.
Rounded . Branches-gray , intricate, Lvs.-dk grn, small. Fls.- white, abundant, in spring
* Ceanothus thrysiflorus
Blue Blossom
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal
Shrub/Tree: 4-8' high. Fls. -blue, in
BLE, ss 1-3" clusters, March to
May. Grow in full sun, best near seaside.
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ZONKS
PLANT TVPr:
NOTLS
*Cercocarpus betuloldes Mountain Mahogany , All But High Shrub/Tree;
Hardback, Mountain Elevations BLE
iTonwood
5-12' high. Lvs .-wedge- shaped , pale undersides . Fruits-topped with feathery plume in fall.
Chaenomeles japonica
Japanese Quince
All But S. Coast S S. Coastal
Shrub: Dec id.
3' high. Lvs. -bronzy in spring. Fls .-orange-red. Frt . -greenish-yellow .
Chaenomeles speciosa
Flowering Quince
All But S. Coast S S. Coastal
Shrub: Dec id.
5-6' high, Lvs, -bronzy in spring. Fls .-various colored hybrids. Frt.- greenish-yellow. Grow in full sun.
Cistus corbariensis
White Rock Rose
All But Shrub: BLE
High Elevations S High Desert
2-5' high. Equal spread. Lvs .-gray-grn, crinkly, aromatic on warm days. Fls .-white w/yellow centers,, in late spring. Best in sandy soil .
Cistus 'Doris Hibberson"
Pink Rock Rose
N. & S. Coast
Shrub: BLE 3' high. Equal spread.
Compact. Foliage-gray-grn. Fls .-pink, crinkly, 3" wide in June-July . Best in light sandy soil.
Cistus ladaniferus maculatus
Crimson Spot Rockrose
N. S S. Coast N. s S. Coastal
Shrub: BLE 3-5' high. Equal spread.
Compact. Lvs.-dk grn. White undersides, aromatic. Fls .-large, white w/ crimson spot, June-July.
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conrroN NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT T'fPI-:
NOTLS
Cistus purpureas
Orchid Spot Rock Rose
N. S S. Coast Shrub: BLE
N. S S. Coastal ss Interior Valley Central Valley
4' high. Equal spread, compact. Lvs.-gray, hairy under si des. Fls. -reddi sh~ purple w/red spot in center, June-July. Toler- and of seaside conditions.
Coleonema pulchrum
Pink Breath of Heaven, All But High Pink Diosma Elevations &
Desert
Shrub: BLE 5' high. Lvs. -aromatic,
heathlike, slender bran- ches. Fls. -pink. Plcuit in full sun.
Colutea arborescens
Bladder Senna
All But N. S S. Coast
Shrub: Decid. 4-10' high. Fast-growing. Lvs .—divided into leaf- lets. Fls. -yellow, in clusters, from late spring to early fall. Fruit- inflated, bronze seed pods.
*Comarostaphylos diversifolia
Summer Holly
All But High Shrub: BLE 6-15' high. Bark-gray. Lvs.
Elevations & leathery, shiny, white
Desert undersides, rolled under-
sides. Slow growing. Fls.- small, white, Apr-Hay. Frt. -clusters of red berries .
Comptonia peregrina
Sweet Fern
High-Mid Sierras
Shrub: Decid.
l>i-4' high. Lvs .- slender , aromatic, dk grn. Grow in acid soil and full sun.
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coMnoN ^JA^TI•:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPE
NOTKS
Convolvulus cneoTum
Bush Morning Glory
Shrub: BLE
Coprosma kirkii
All But High Elevations S High Desert
Central Valley Shrub: N. S S. Coast ss
N. & S. Coastal
BLE
2-4' high. Equal spread. Lvs .-silvery gray, round- ish. Fls .-white or pink- tinted with yellow throats, funnel shaped. In May- Sept.
2-3' high. Spreading. Lvs .-yellow-green, small, narrow. Tolerates sea- side conditions.
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Cordyline australis
Dracaena
All But High Shrub: BLE In youth, a fountain of
Elevations s 3' long swordlike lvs . ;
Low Desert in maturity , a 20-30' tree.
Fls .-tiny , aromatic clus- tered in late spring.
Cornus alba
Tatar ian Dogwood
All But Desert
Shrub: Decid.
10' high. Wide-spreading. Bright red twigs. Lvs.- red in fall . Fls . -whi te , small, clustered in Apr- May. Frt.- bluish white. Needs some water.
Cornus mas
Cornelian Cherry
High Elevations
Shrub: Decid.
wv, e
15-20' high. Early blooms. Fls .-small , yellow, clus- tered in Feb. -Mar. Lvs.- yellow to red in fall . Frt .-edible, scarlet. Needs some water.
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COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Cornus racemosa
Gray Dogwood
All Zones, incl. Foothill Region, not Higher Elev.
Shrub: Decid. 15' high. Twigs-gray.
Lvs.~ purplish in fall. Fls. -small, white, in flat clusters in mid-June. Frt.- white berries on red stalks, early summer. Needs some water.
Correa pulchella
Australian Fuchsia
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 2-2h' high. 8' spread.
Lvs.-grn with gray-grn undersides. Fls. -It. pink, small, Nov-April. Needs some water.
Corylus avellana
European Filbert
Corylus maxima purpurea
Filbert
All But Desert S S. Coastal S. Coast
High Elevations
Shrub: Decid. 10-15' high. Equal spread. Lvs .-^roundish, yellow in fall. Male flower~catkins , turn yellow in early '
spring. Needs some water.
Shrub/Tree; 15-25' high. Yellow, showy,.
Decid, male catkins in spring.
Frt, -edible, in fall. 1
Lvs.- dk purple. Needs some water.
Cotoneaster glaucophylla
Cotoneaster lactea
Bright-bead Cotoneaster
Red Clusterberry
All But High Elevations
All But High Elevations
Shrub: BLE or Semi-Decid.
Shrub: BLE
6' high. 6' spread. Arching, oval, gray-grn lvs. Fls.- pinkish, Frt-dull red- berri es , clustered .
6-8 'high. Lvs. -leathery, with white, hairy under- sides. Fls. -white, clus- tered. Frt. -red, clus- tered, long-lasting.
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COnnON NAMI-:
;^ONi:s
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Cotoneaster rotundifolia
Crassula argentea
Redbox Cotoneaster
Jade Plant
(1) Cytisus praecox
(1) Cytisus scoparius
Moonlight Broom Warminster Broom
Scotch Broom
All But High Elevations
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal
All But High Desert & S. Coast
All But High Elevations S. Coast & Desert
Shrub: BLE or Semi-Decid .
Shrub: Succulent
Shrub: BLE Fire Hazard
Shrub: BLE Fire Hazard
5-8' high. Lvs.-dk., glossy, roundish. Fls.- white. Frt. -scarlet, long-lasting.
Up to 9' high. Stout trunk. Lvs. -thick, oblong, glossy, bright grn, Fls.- clustered, pink, Nov- April ,
3-5' high. 4-6' spread. Compact growth. Grn twigs. Fls.-pale yellow to white, March to Apr., invasive. Needs some water.
4-6' high. Twigs-grn. Fls .- bright yellow, in spring. Many hybrids^ variety of flower colors. Invasive.
*Dendromecon
harfordii
*Dendromecon rigida
Island Bush Poppy
Bush Poppy
All But High Elevations S Desert
All But High Elevations s Desert
Shrub/Tree : BLE
Shrub: BLE
6-20' high. Lvs .-gray-grn. Fls .-bright yellow, poppy- like, Jan-Sept. Requires good drainage.
2-8' high. Bark-shreddy, yellowish-gray or white. Lvs. -gray-grn. Fls.- bright yellow, poppylike, March- June. Requires good drainage.
(1) Most Brooms are highly invasive plants which are harming natural plant coimmnities. Planting of Scotch Broom (Cytisus scoparius) , French Broom (Cytisus monspessulanus) and Spanish Broom (Spartium junceum) is particularly discouraged ,
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CCKMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Deutzia gracilis
Slender Deutzia
High Desert
High Elevations Central Valley N. Coast W. Coastal
Shrub: Decid.
3' high. 5' spread. Slender arching branches . Lvs .-bright grn, toothed edges, Fls. -white, clus- tered, in May. Needs some water.
Deutzia lemoinei
Lemoine Deutzia
High Desert High Elevations Central Valley N. Coast W. Coastal
Shrub: Decid.
6' high. Lys. ^finely- toothed. Fls, -white, tinged pinkish, in large clusters, in late spring. Needs some water.
Deutzia rosea
Rose-panicled Deutzia
Same as above
Shrub: Decid.
3-4' high. Lvs. -finely toothed. Fls. -pinkish outside, whitish inside, in clusters in early summer. Needs some water.
Deutzia scabra
Fuzzy Deutzia
Same as above
Shrub: Decid. 7-10' high. Several varie- ties. Fls. -white or pink- ish in narrow, upright clusters. Needs some water.
*Diplacus lonaiflorus
Dodonaea viscosa & varieties
Shrubby Monkey Flower
Hopseed Bush, Hop Bush
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1-4' high. Erect, branch- ing. Lvs. -glossy , sticky, dk grn. Fls-tubular, cream to orange-yellow .
12-15' high. Equal spread. Fast-growing. Lvs. -willow- like. Fruits-winged, creamy to pinkish. Wide tolerance to growing conditions.
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COnMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTKS
Echium fastuosum
Elaeagnus angustifolia
Elaeagnus multiflora
Elaeagnus pungens
Pride of Madera
Russian Olive, Oleaster
Cherry Elaeagnus, Gumi
Thorny Elaeagnus
Elaeagnus umbellata
Autumn Elaeagnus
All But High Elevations & Desert
High Elevations Central Valley Interior Valley Desert
All
All But High Elevations
High Elev. S Foothills
Shrubby Perennial
Shrub: Decid.
Shrub: Decid. wv
Shrub: BLE
t
Shrub ; Decid .
*Eriogonum arborescens
Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat
N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE
3-6' high. Lvs .-hairy , gray-grn, narrow. Fls,- spikes of blue-purple fls. May-June.
12-15' high. Fast-growing. Lvs .-silvery gray. Fls.- yellow, tiny, aromatic in early summer.
9' high. Smog-resistant. Fls. -pale yellow, fragrant in late spring. Frt.-red, cherry like, attract birds.
8-15' high. Thorny, impene- trabl e . Lvs . -wavy-edged . Fls. -white, small, fra- grant, in late fall. Frt.-red berries in spring
12-15' high. Lvs.-dk grn with silvery undersides. Fls, -tiny , whitish, fra- grant in late spring, Frt. -berries brown, turn- ing to red,
3-4' high. 4-5' spread. Bark-shreddy gray to red- dish. Lvs. -narrow, gray- green. Fls. -pale pink to rose, in flat clusters. May to Sept.
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coT-TMON NAnr:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
Eriogonum giganteum
St. Catherine's Lace
N. S S. Coast Shrub: BLE
N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
NOTKS
3-8' high. 3-8' spread. Lvs .-grayish white, oval. Fls.~pale pink to rose in flat clusters, long bloom- ing period. Best in light soils .
Erythrina bidwillii
Bidwill's Coral Tree
Central Valley N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: Decid.
t
8-10' high. Equal spread. Lvs. -have 3 leaflets. Thorny branches . Fls.- spikes up to 2 'long, red, in midsummer & through- out the year.
Eucalyptus pulverulenta Dollar Leaf Eucalyptus All But High
Silver Mountain Gum Elevations
Shrub: BLE 15-30' high. Lvs. -sil-
very-blue. Fls.-tiny, white, in mid-winter.
Euonymus alatus compactus Dwarf Winged Euonymus, High elevations Shrub: Decid.
Burning Bush Central Valley
North Coastal
4-5' high. Densely branched. Stems have corky ridges- wings. Lvs. -turn scarlet in fall . Frt . -scarlet seed capsules, orange-centered. Needs some water.
Euryops sp.
Exochorda spp.
Euryops
Pearlbush
Refer to Shrub; BLE
Specific Species
High Elevations Shrub: Decid. Central Valley N. Coastal N. Coast
Some to 3'; others 5-6' high. Daisy flowers, long blooming.
Grow in full sun. Fls.- clusters of pearl-shaped white buds, open in mid- spring. Needs some water.
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COMMON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTLS
For sy this spp.
Forsythia
*Fouquieria splendens
Ocotilla
* Fremon todendron 'California Glory'
Flannel Bush
*Fremontodendron mexicanum
*Fremontodendron californicum
*Garrya elliptica garry^ elliptic^ 'James Roof
Southern Flannel Bush
Common Flannel Bush
Coast Silktassel Jemes Roof Silktassel
High Elevations Shrub: Decid. Central Valley pt High Desert N. Coastal
Desert Shrub: Decid.
Interior Valley sd, t
All But
High Elevations
Shrub: BLE
All But High Elevations
Central Valley Desert
Central Valley N. Coast N. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE
Shrub/Tree : BLE
Shrub : BLE wv
Graceful branches. Fls .- yellow, in early spring. Tolerant of city conditions. Needs some water.
8-25' high. Stiff gray stems furrowed, thorny. Lvs .-fleshy roundish. Fls. -tubular , red, in long clusters after rain in summer.
10-20' high. Lvs .-leathery , 3-lobed. Fls. -yellow inside, tinged red out- side. Prolific bloom over long period. Fast- growing, Do not water once established.
6-20' high. Fast-growing. Lvs. -3-5' lobes. Scruffy growth. Fls. -yellow, tinged with orange.
6-20' high. Fast-growing. Fls. -lemon yellow, May-June. Lvs .-roundish, leathery ^ dk green.
5-10' high. Fls. -showy, greenish or yellowish catkins, 2-12" long in Deci -Feb. Needs some water. Frt .-Silk berries in wintec
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conMON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT T^PK
NOTKS
*Gaultheria shallon
Salal
All
Shrub: BLE 2-10' high. Will grow
wv in sun or part shade.
Lvs. -Round, glossy, bright green. Fls. -white- pinkish, bell-like, on reddish stalks, in 6" clusters. Mar to June. Frt. black berries. Attracts birds .
Genista aethnensis
Mt. Aetna Broom
N. Coast N. Coastal Central Valley Interior Valley Low Desert
Shrub 15' high. Stems-green,
Fire Hazard slender, nearly leafless,
Fls. -yellow, aromatic,
July-August .
Grevillea lanigera
Wooly Grevillea
Grevillea rosmarinifolia Rosemary Grevillea
N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 3-6' high. 6-10' spread.
Hounding plant. Foliage gray-green .
All But Sigh Shrub: BLE 6' high. Equal spread.
Elevations S compact. Lvs. -narrow, dk.
High Desert grn with silvery under-
sides. Fls. -red, in clusters, in fall and winter. Best in sandy soils.
Grevillea thelemanniana
Hummingbird Bush, Spider-net Grevillea
All But High Shrub: BLE 5-8' high. Equal spread.
Elevations S Rounded. Graceful. Lvs.-
Desert dk grn. Fls. -bright, red,
tipped yellow, in clusters, can bloom any time. Best in sandy soils.
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corrnoN NAMi-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTES
Hakea. laurina
Hakea suaveolens
Sea Urchin Tree
Sweet Hakea
Halimium lasianthum
Yellow Rockrose
Hebe spp.
Hebe Species
Helianthemum nuwmularium Sunrose
* Heteromeles arbutifolia Toyon
All But High Elevations S High Desert
All But High Elev. S High Desert
Shrub : Tree : BLE
Shrub: BLE
All But High Elevations S High Desert
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
All
Shrublet: BLE
Shrub: BLE ss
Shrublet: BLE
All But High Elevations
Shrub/Tree : BLE f
30' high. Lvs . -narrow , gray-green. Fls .-crimson, with golden stamens, in clusters, in winter.
10-20' high. Dense, upright. Lvs .-stiff , needlelike, dk grn. Fls. -white, small, aro- matic, in dense, fluffy clusters , in fall and winter .
2-3' high. Spreading. Lvs.~ small, gray-green. Fls.- bright ylw w/ brownish prpl blotch at base of petals in loose clusters in spring.
Used for form s foliage. Some give good flower display. Tolerant of sea- side conditions.
6~8" high, 3' spread. Lvs .-small , glossy grn, with fuzzy gray undersides. Fls. -sunny colors, Apr- June.
6-10'. Lvs. -leathery, glossy grn. Fls .-white, small, in flat clusters, June to July. Frt.-red berries in winter.
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BOTANICAL NAME
corrrroN nami-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Hippophae rhamnoides
Sea Buckthorn
High Elev.
Shrub: Decid. ss, t
8-12' high. Thorny. Lvs. -silvery green. Frt. masses of bright orange berries along stems of female bushes .
*Holodiscus discolor
Cream Bush Ocean Spray
High Elevations Shrub: Decid. North Coast
3-20' high. Will grow in sun or part shade. Lvs.- triangular, with white undersides. Fls. -creamy , small, in up to 12" clusters. May to June. Fade to tannish gold and brown .
Kerria japonica
Kern a
All But South Coast S South Coastal
Shrub: Decid. 3-5' high. Densely branched. Twigs-green. Lvs .-yellow in fall. Fls. -yellow, in midspring. Grow best in light shade. Needs some water.
Kolkwitzia amabilis
Beauty Bush
All But Desert, S. Coast S S. Coastal
Shrub: Decid. 6-10' high. Fountain-shaped. Bark-brown, peeling. Lvs.- gray-green; dull red in ,
fall. Fls. -pink with yellow' throats, in clusters, pro- fuse in early spring. Needs some water. ,
*Larrea divaricata
Creosote Bush
Desert Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 4-8' high. Upright. Lvs,-
leathery, yellow-grn to dk grn. Fls. -yellow, small. Fruit-roundish, small.
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Lavandula officinalis
COrfKON NAm-:
ZONES
English Lavender
All
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Shrub: Semi- 3'high. Lvs.-gray, linear Dec. aromatic. Fls .-small,
lavender in spikes, 2" long, aromatic, in summer.
Leptospermum laevigatum Australian Tea Tree
N. S S. Coast Shrub/Tree:
N. & S. Coastal BLE Interior Valley
30' high. Branches grace- ful, drooping. Bark-gray. Lvs.-very small. Fls.- white, small, profuse in spring.
Leptospermum laevigatum Compact Australicin
'Compactum' Tea Tree
Lespedeza bi color
Shrub Bush Clover
N. S S. Coast Shrub: BLE
N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
All
Shrub: Decid.
8' high. 6' wide. Same
as above but fewer flowers.
6-10' high. Grow best in sun. Lvs.-have 3 leaflets. Fls. -light-purple, in mid-summer .
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Lespedeza sieboldii
Purple Bush Clover
All
Shrub: Decid.
6-10' high, grow best in sun. Lvs. have 3 leaflets. Fls. -dark purple, in late summer, and early fall.
Leucophyllum frutescens
Texas Ranger
All But High Shrub: BLE 3-8' high. Mound-shaped.
Elevations Lvs. -silvery , feltlike.
Fls .-pinkish-purple , bell-shaped, in late spring and summer. Grow in full sun.
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corrnON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTLS
LeucoOve fontanesiana
Drooping Leucothoe
N. Coast N. Coastal
Shrub: BLE 3-5' high. Moundlike,
with arching branches. Lvs.-new growth is bronzy grn, dk grn in suimner. Fls.-tiny, white, pendant clusters. Needs some water.
Ligustrum spp.
Privet Species
Refer to Specific Shrub: Decid. Species or BLE
F Is. -abundant, white, in clusters in late spring, early summer, aromatic. Fruit .-small , blue-black berries.
Lonicera spp.
*Lupinus arboreus
Honeysuckle species
Lupine
Refer to Specific Shrub: Decid. Species or BLE
N. Coast S. Coast
Fls. -tubular , aromatic Easily grown.
Shrub: BLE 3-8' high. Lvs .-palmate .
Fls. -usually yellow, sometimes lilac or bluish, in clusters, March to June.
Lysiloma thornberi
*Mahonia aqui folium (and M. a. ' Compacta' ) and other varieties
Feather Bush
Oregon Holly Grape
Low Desert N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: Decid. 12' high. Lvs. -finely cut, or BLE bright green. Fls. -white,
tiny. May- June . Frt . -flat
seed pods .
All But Shrub: BLE 2-6' high. Spreading. Lvs.-
S. Coast S e, wv glossy, with 5-9 leaflets,
S. Coastal holly-like. Become bronze
in cold weather. Fls.- excellent, bright, yellow clusters in spring. Frt.- grapelike, bluish black, edible berries.
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corfKON NAm-:
*Hahonia nervosa
Long leaf Mahonia
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTLS
All But Desert
Shrub: BLE 2-6' high. Spreading. Lvs.-
e, wv glossy, bristle-toothed,
green, 7-21 leaflets.
Fls. -yellow, upright
clusters, in April to June.
Frui t-blue-bl ack .
* Mahonia pinnata
California Grape Holly
All But High Shrub: BLE 2-6' high. Spreading, Lvs .
Elevations e,wv glossy, green leaflets,
S Desert crinkly, bronzy in winter.
Fls. -yellow, in clusters, in spring. Fruit-blue- black, edible.
*Myrica californica
Pacific Wax Myrtle
Myrtus communis
Myrtle
Nerium oleander
Oleander, Rosebay
N. N.
S. Coast
S s. Coastal
Shrub or Tree: BLE
All But High Elevations
Shrub: BLE
Central Valley Shrub: BLE N. S S. Coastal f, pt, ss Interior Valley
Up to 30' high. Use for screen or hedge. Lvs.- g lossy, dk green, pale undersides. Fls. -incon- spicuous, in spring. Frt, -purplish nutlets, in fall.
5-8' high. Rounded bush. Lvs. -thick, dk green. Take shearing well, aroma- tic. Fls. -fuzzy , white aromatic in summer. Frt.- blue-black berries in fall.
8-12' high. Grow in full sun. Lvs. -narrow, shiny, dk green. Fls.- aromatic, large clusters, from early summer to mid-autumn. Tol- erate salt spray and city conditions .
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coMrroN NAm-:
Ochna serrulata
Mickey Mouse Plant, Bird's Eye Bush
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTKS
N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 4-8' high. Equal spread.
Slow-growing. Lvs. -leathery , deep green, bronzy in '
spring. Fls. -yellow. I
Frt. -black, glossy.
Olearia haastii
Opuntia spp.
New Zealand Daisy Bush
Prickly Pear Species
W. Coast N. Coastal
Shrub: BLE
Refer to Cactus
Specific Species t
9' high. Greater spread. \ Needs some water. Lvs.- dk. evergreen to grayish ' green, leathery. Fls. -white, daisylike, aromatic, in sun
Either have flat broad joints or cylindrical j
joints, fls, -large and I
showy. Fruit. -berry . '
Desert plcu:it.
Paeonia suffruticosa
Tree Peony
All But Desert, S. Coast & S. Coastal
Shrub: Decid.
3-6' high. Equal spread. Lvs .-gray-green, deeply lobed. Fls. -6-12' across, many colors and types, in late spring. Needs some water.
Phormium tenax
Flax
Photinia serrulata
Chinese Photinia
All But High Elevations
All But High Elevations , N. & S. Coast
Shrub: BLE Lvs-9' long, 5" wide,
swordlike. Fls.-dk. red to yellowish in clusters j on reddish-brown flower stalks. Needs some water.
Shrub/Tree: 20' high. Grow in full sun. I
BLE or It. shade, Lvs . -reddish-r-
bronze when new. Deeply saw toothed. Fls,-white, small, in flat clusters, in spring Frt. -Bright red berries.
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COMMON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPr:
NOTKS
Physocarpus opulifolius
Eastern Ninebark
High Elev,
Shrub: Decid.
9' high. Used as a filler shrub. Twigs-bark exfoliatincf. Fls .-small , white or pinkish in clusters , early June. Frt.- reddish to brown capsules . Needs some water.
Pi ttospor um sp.
Pi ttosporum phillyraeoides
Pi ttosporum crassifolium
Pittosporum viridiflorum
Plumbago capensis (or P. auriculata)
Pittosporum
Weeping Pittosporum, Willow Pittosporum
Pittosporum
Cape Pittosporum
Cape Plumbago
All But High Elevations & Desert
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley Low Desert
All But High Elevations S Desert
N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal
All But High Elevations S High Desert
Shrub: BLE Many sizes and different
leaf textures; versatile shrubs .
Shrub: BLE 15-20' high. Branches
deeply drooping. Lvs.- pale green. Fls. -yellow, tiny, in late winter or early spring. Grow in full sun.
Shrub: BLE 25' high. Lvs .-gray-green,
rolled edges. Fls .-maroon, little, in clusters, in late spring.
Shrub: Tree: 25' high. Lvs. -rolled edges.
BLE Fls .-yellowish-green,
fragrant , in dense clusters,, Frt .-orange-yellow. '
Shrub: Semi- 2-3' high with 4-5' spread
Dec. (10' high in frost-free
areas. Lvs .-light green.
Fls .-blue or white in 3-4"
clusters. Grow in full
sun.
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Plttmeria rubra
COMMON NAMK
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
Frangipani
NOTi:S
5. Coast S Shrub/Tree: Thick branches. Lvs. -thick,
S. Coastal Deciduous pointed, clustered near
branch tips. Fls. -large, red or purplish, April to November, aromatic.
Poinciana gilliesii
Bird-of -Paradise Bush
Central Valley Shrub/Tree Desert BLE
Interior Valley N. S S. Coastal
10' high. Fast-growing. Lvs. finely cut, filmy. Fls.- yellow, with red stamens in clusters, all summer.
Portulacaria afra
Elephant's Food, Purslane Tree
N. S S. Coast Shrub: N. S. Coastal Succulent
12' high. Equal width. Fast-growing. Resembles jade plant.
Potentilla arbuscula
*Potentilla fruticosa
Bush Cinquefoil
Bush Cinquefoil
All But S. Coast S S . Coastal
All But S. Coast & S. Coastal
Shrub: Decid.
Shrub: Decid.
2-4' high. Lvs. -gray-green. Fls. -yellow or white, from early summer to late fall .
2-4' high. Lvs. -gray-green. Fls. -yellow or white, from early summer to late fall. Needs little water.
Prunus caroliniana
Carolina Laurel Cherry
All But Shrub/Tree
High Elevations BLE
12-20' high. Fast-growing. Lvs. -shiny , dk. green, dense. Fls. -tiny , white, small clusters, in early spring. Needs some water. Frt.- purplish black berries.
Prunus lusitanica
Portugal Laurel
All But High Shrub : BLE 6-60' high. Lvs. -glossy, 5"
Elevations long. Fls. -white, in 10'
s Desert racemes, in Hay. Frt.-ln
summer, purplish berries.
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COM"KON NAm-:
/^ONi:s
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Punica gr ana turn
Pomegranate — varieties
All But Shrub: Decid.
High Elevations e
Various sizes - 3-10' high. Lvs .-slender , glossy, red- dish in spring, yellow in late fall. Fls .-large, red. Fruit-edible .
Raphiolepis indica 'Rosea '
Rhamnus alaternus
Pink Indian Hawthorn
Italian Buckthorn
All But High Shrub: BLE 3-5' high. 5-6' spread. Lvs.-
Elevations S leathery, glossy, pointed.
Desert bronzy when new. Fls .-It to
medium pink, profuse, fall
to spring.
All But High Shrub: BLE 12-20' high. Equal spread.
Elevations f Fast-growing. Lvs .-oval ,
shiny. Fls. -greenish yellow, tiny, in April. *
Fruit-black.
*Rhamnus californica
*Rhamnus crocea
California Coffeeberry
Redberry
All But High Shrub/Tree: 3-15'high. Upright or
Elevations BLE spreading. Lvs. -pale under-
sides. Frt. -large berries, green to red to black.
N. Coast N. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub : BLE 2-6' high. Spreading. Stiff,
spiny branches. Lvs .-glossy , golden undersides. Frt.- small , bright red, August- October .
Rhamnus frangula
Alder Buckthorn
High Elevations Shrub/Tree Elevations S Deciduous
Desert
12-18' high. Equal spread, Thornless . Lvs. -shiny , yelioij in fall. Frt. -changes from green to yellow to red to black .
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BOTANICAL NAMK
COn''MON NAM!-:
/^ONi:s
PLANT T^PI-:
NOTI-:S
Rhodotypos scandens
Rhus copallina
Jetbead
Shining Sumac
High Elev.
All But N. S S. Coast
Shrub: Decid.
Shrub ; Decid.
Rhus glabra
Smooth Sumac
High Elevations Shrub: Decid. Central Valley N. Coast N. Coastal
3-5' high. Archi ng b^^^^hes Lvs.-lt green. Fls. -white, late spring to midsummer. Frt. -shiny , black berries.
30' high. Lvs .-lustrous green scarlet in fall. Fls.- green, in pyramidal spikes, in early Aug. Frt. -crimson, fall/winter.
9-15' high. Lvs. -red in fall. Fls. -greenish, in pyramidal spikes in early July. Frt.- scarlet, in fall s winter.
*Rhus integrifolia
Lemonade Berry
N. S S. Coast Shrub : BLE
N. S S. Coastal f
3-10' high. Equal width. Lvs. -leathery. Fls.- white or pinkish, in dense clustes Feb-March . Frt. -reddi sh . Best on hills near coast.
*Rhus 1 aurina
Laurel Sumac
S. Coast Shrub 'BLE 6-15' high. Rapid growth
S. Coastal wv Branchlets - red. Lvs.-
laurel-like. It. green w/ pink stems S margins, aro- matic. Fls. -white, in clus- ters. May- July. Frt. -white berries, attract birds.
*Rhus ovata
Sugar Bush
All But High Shrub : BLE 2h-10' high. Upright or
Elevations spreading. Lvs. -glossy . Fls.-
white to pinkish, dense clusters, March to May. Best In hot interior valleys.
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COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Rhus ty phina
*Ribes alpinum
*Ribes sangvineum
Staghorn Sumac
Alpine Currant
Flowering Currant
*Ribes speciosum
Fuchsia Flowering Gooseberry
High Elev. N. Coast N. Coastal Central Valley
High Elev.
All But High Elevations S Desert
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub: Dec id.
Shrub : Dec id.
Shrub •■ Decid. sd
Shrub •• Semi- Dec . sd,t
30' high. Lvs.-red in fall. Fls. -greenish, in pyramidal spikes, in late June. Frt.- crimson, in fall & winter.
7' high. Dense, compact, up- right. Lvs.-dk green, fine texture. Fls .-greenish-yellon in early May. Frt. -scarlet.
3-12' high. Lvs.-dk green. Fls. -reddish in small clus- ters, in late spring. Frt.- black berries, late summer. Grow in shade,
3-6' high. Erect. Stems spiny, Fls. -fuchsia-like, drooping, deep crimson, Jan. to May. Frt. -bristly . Good in light shade.
Ribes viburnifolium
Evergreen Currant, Catalina Perfume
All But High Shrub : BLE 3' wide. 12' spread. Stems
Elevations & wine-red. Lvs .-aromatic.
Desert Fls. -It. pink to purplish,
Feb to April. Frt. -red berry.
Grow in shade.
Roblnia hispida
Rose Acacia, Moss Locust
All
Shrub: Decid.
3-4' high. Grow in fall sun . Lvs. -7-13 leaflets. Fls. -pink, in pendant clus- ters, late spring/early summer .
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connoN NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Rhododendron spp.
Vireja Rhododendron
Above 20 F.
Shrub
Rhododendrons from New Zealand, resist drought. Fls .-attractive in variety of colors.
Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary
All But High Shrub: NLE 5-6' high. Grow in full sun.
Elevations Lvs .-needlelike aromatic.
Fls. -pale blue, aromatic in winter or early spring.
Rubus vitifolius
California Blackberry
All But High Elevations S Desert
Shrub : Decid .
6' high. Thorny. Frt.- edible blacfc berries in mid-summer.
Salix tristis
Dwarf Gray Willow
All But N. & S. Coast
Shrub : Decid. Ih' high. Lvs. -grayish, with white undersides . Use for poor soil on a bank or in a rock garden.
Salvia greggii
Autumn Sage
All But High Shrub: Decid. 3' high. Fls. -red to purplish
Elevations red, 1" long, in 4" clusters,
in fall.
Salvia leucantha
Mexican Sage
Desert Shrub
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
3-4' high. Equal spread. Graceful habit. Fls. -white, small, on slender, velvety, purple spikes.
*Salvia leucophylla
Purple Sage
Desert Shrub: Semi-
N. S S. Coast Dec. N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
2-6' high. Stems-white. Lvs. -gray , crinkly. Fls. -It. purple, in 3-5 whorled clusters. Hay- June.
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*Sambucus caerulea
CO^iMON NAMI-:
ZONi:S
PLANT TVPK
NOTLS
Blue Elderberry
High Elevations Shrub/Tree; Central Valley Deciduous Desert, N. Coast N. Coastal
4-10' high. (50' high tree) LVS.-5-9 leaflets. Fls.- small white, in flat- topped clusters , Apr to Aug. Frt . -blue-black .
Senecio cineraria
*Sinmondsia chinensis
Sophora spp.
Dusty Miller
Jojoba, Goatnut
Sophora
All
Desert
Interior Valley S. Coast s S. Coastal
Refer to Specific Species
Shrubby 2-2h' high. Spreading. Lvs.-
Perennial wooly , white. Fls .-yellow,
small, in clustered heads.
Shrub:BLE 3-6' high. Dense, spreading.
e Lvs .-dull gray-green,
leathery. Frt. -edible,
nutlike.
Shrub/Tree: Most species tolerate heat s
Decid. s BLE drought. Lvs. -divided into numerous leaflets. Fls.- drooping clusters of sweet pea shaped flowers.
(1) Spartium juncewa
Spanish Broom
All But Shrub
High Elevations
Decid. 10' high. Lvs .-bluish-green.
Fls .-bright yellow, profuse in summer, aromatic . Can become a weed.
Spiraea spp.
Stephanandra incisa
(1) See page 56
Spirea species
Cut-leaved Stephanandra
High Elevations Shrub •• Decid. Central Valley N. Coast S N. Coastal
High Elev. Shrub: Decid.
incl . foothills
Variety of form and size. Fls. -tiny , white, pink, or red, in masses. Need some water.
4-5' high. Equal spread. Lvs .-tinged red in spring, new growth bronzy in summer, red purple or orange in fall. Grow in shade.
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COM^iON NAM!-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
*Symphori carpos albus (S. rivularis)
Common Snowberry
Symphori carpos chenaultii Chenault Coralberry
Symphori carpos orbiculatus
Tamarix spp.
Teucrium fruticans
*Trichostema lanatum
Indian Currant, Coralberry
Tamarisk species
Bush Germander
Wooly Blue Curls
All
All
All
Refer to
Specific Species
All But Shrub: BLE
High Elevations
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: Decid. 3-6' high. Arching stems. Fls.-tiny, pink, in early summer . Frt . -snow-whi te , waxy berries, cling until late fall. Grow in shad'e.
3' high. Arching stems. Fls.-tiny, pink, in mid- summer. Frt. -pink berries, white on shaded side.
6' high. Arching stems. Grow in shade. Fls.-tiny, yellowish in midsummer. P ruit-purplish-red . Use for erosion control .
Lvs. -scalelike. Branches- long, feathery, in mist of pink blossoms. Tolerant of seaside, desert, windy conditions .
4-8' high. Equal spread. Lvs. -gray-green, with white undersides. Fls. -lavender blue, in spikes, all year.
Shrub: BLE lh-4' high. Needs good
drainage. Lvs .-aromatic, rolled edges, with white wooly undersides . Fls.- blue, clusters, Apr-May.
Shrub : Decid.
Shrub: Decid. ec
Shrub : Decid. ss
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corrrroN na'mk
zONi:s
plant TVPI-:
NOTKS
Vaccinium ovatum
Box Blueberry, Evergreen Huckleberry
N. Coast Shrub: BLE 3-10' high. Lvs .-leathery ,
N. Coastal evergreen. Fls .-white or
pink, in spring. Frt.- black berries, in summer. Best with some water.
Viburnum spp.
Viburnum species
Refer to Specific Species
Shrub: Decid. Fls .-clustered , often aro- S BLE wv matic. Frt .-colored berries,
attract birds.
Vitex agnus-castus
Chaste Tree
All But High Shrub: Decid. 20' high. Equal spread.
Elevations Lvs .-gray-green, aromatic.
Fls. -tiny , blue or white, in dense spikes, midsummer/ fall.
Westringia rosmari ni formi s
Westringia
N. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
Shrub: BLE 3-6' high. 5-9' wide. Lvs.-
white undersides. Fls .-white, small, February through spring.
Xylosma senticosa
Shiny Xylosma
All But High Shrub/Tree 10-20' high. Lvs. -golden-
Elevations BLE or Decid. green tinted bronze when new.
Tolerant of desert conditions, i Can be espaliered.
Yucca glauca
Small Soapweedt Yucca
All
Shrub: BLE Stemless or short-stemmed.
Lvs.-l-lk' long. Fls.- greenish white, in tall, narrow clusters , in summer.
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A layer of mulch on the ground, under and around (your) plants can reduce evaporation, discourage weeds, prevent soil compaction, and reduce erosion and runoff. Mulch may be compost, sawdust, leaves, shredded newspapers, pebbles or woodchips.
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BOTANICAL NAMH
COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Ajuga reptans
*Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Howard McMinn'
Arctostaphylos 'Havens Neck'
Arctostaphylos ' Ophio- viridis'
Carpet Bugle
Vine Hill Manzanita
Havens Neck Manzanita
All
GC: Perennial
Central Valley GC: BLE Interior Valley ec N. Coast N. Coastal
All But High Elevations & Desert
All But High Elevations S Desert
GC:BLB
GC: BLE
6" high. Grow in full sun/ partial shade. Water every 10 days in summer. Fls.- blue. Needs some water.
30" high. T spread, whitish pink.
Fls.-
I
6-9" high. Trailing red stems. Fast-growing. Uni- form growth habi t . Lvs . - bright green, narrow.
9-16" high. Spreading. Lvs. bright-green, k" long, arranged spirally along prostrate stems. Fls. -pale pink.
*Arctos taphyl os hookeri 'Monterey Carpet'
* Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Point Reyes '
Monterey Manzanita
Bearberry, Kinnikinnick All But
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12" high. 12' spread. Com- pact. Slow-growing. Fls.- white to pinkish. Frt.- red berries.
Prostrate. 15' spread. Lvs.- red in winter. Tolerates smog. Useful for steep slopes. Needs some water.
* Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Radiant'
Bearberry, Kinnikinnick All But
Desert
GC: BLE ec
Fruit-large, red, abundant, in autumn, lasting into winter. Needs some water.
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Arctotheca calendula
COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTI-:S
Capeweed
All But High Elevations S Desert
GC: BLE
Durable, fast growing. Yellow daisies bloom all year. Full sun.
*Baccharis pilularis ' Twin Peaks '
Dwarf Coyote Bush
All But High Elevations
GC: BLE
Extremely drought tolerant. 8-24" high. 6' spread. Forms dense, billowy mat. Lvs .-small , bright green. Needs some water.
Carpobrotus edulis
Ice Plant, Hottentot Fig
All But High Elevations S Central Valley
GC: Succulent f
Avoid use on steep slopes. 1' high. Fast-growing. Fls .-pale yellow to rose.
*Ceanothus gloriosus
Point Reyes Ceanothus
All But High Elevations & Desert
GC: BLE
4-24" high. 5' spread.
Low dense growth.
Fls .-lavender . March to
May.
'Ceanothus gloriosus exaltus 'Emily Brown'
Navarro Ceanothus
All But High Elevations S Desert
GC: BLE
2-3' high. 8-12' spread. Fast-growing. Fls. -violet- blue, March to April.
*Ceanothus griseus horizontalis
Carmel Creeper
All But High Elevations S Desert
GC: BLE
18-30"+ high. 5-15' spread. Fls. -blue. Needs some water.
Ceanothus griseus horizontalis 'Yankee Point'
Carmel Creeper
All But High Elevations & Desert
GC: BLE
2-3' high. 8' spread. Fls .-bright blue. Needs some water.
Cephalophyllum 'Red Spike' Red Spike Ice Plant All But High
(or Cylindrophyllum Elevations
speciosum)
GC: Succulent
3-5" high. Fls. -cerise in winter.
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COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
Cistus villosus 'Prostratus' White Dwarf Rockrose (or Cistus salvifolius)
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTLS
Correa pulchella
Australian Fuchsia
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BLE |
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ss |
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BLE |
N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
2' high. 6' spread.
Fls. -white, in late spring.
Tolerant of salt spray.
2-2h' high. 8' spread. Dense growth. Fls .-light pink, November to April.
Cotoneaster conspicua ' Decora '
Necklace Cotoneaster
All But High Elevations
GC: BLE
Almost prostrate. Fls.- white. Frt.-red, profuse, 3/8" wide.
Cotoneaster horizontalis Rock Cotoneaster
All
GC: Decid. 2-3' high. 15' spread.
Fall color — orange S red.
Cotoneaster microphylla Rockspray Cotoneaster
All But Desert
GC: BLE
2-3' high.>6' spread. Lvs.-very small.
Cotoneaster rotundifolia Cotoneaster
All But High GC: BLE or 5-8" high. Use for massing,
Elevations semi-BLE hedge or screen.
Delosperma 'Alba'
White Trailing Ice Plant
Low Desert W. S S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
GC: Succulent Holds soil on steep bank, f, ec
Drosanthemum spp.
Type of Ice Plant
N. S. Coast
N. S S. Coastal
Interior Valley
GC: Succulent 6" high. Prevents erosion, f, ec Grows well in poor soil .
Gazania spp.
Gazania
All But High GC: Perennial 6-10" high. Clumping or
Elevations f trailing growth habit.
Fls. -daisylike, in late spring/early summer.
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COT^r-TON NAi-^I-:
zONi-:s
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTLS
Hedera helix
Hedera canariensis
Heliantbemum nunmularium
Hypericum calycinum
Juniperus spp.
Juniperus chinensis sargentii
Juniperus conferta
Juniperus horizontalis ' Plumosa '
Juniperus procumbens
English Ivy Algerian Ivy
Sunrose
St. Johnswort
Juniper species and varieties
Sargent Juniper Shore Juniper
Andorra Juniper
All
All But High Elevations S High Desert
All
All
All
All
All
All
Japanese Garden Juniper All
GC; BLE, woody Good for small spaces. Needs some water.
GC: BLE, woody Requires more water than English Ivy does.
GC: BLE 6-8" high. 3' spread.
Shrublet Fls. -various colors,
April to June.
GC: BLE 1' high. Invasive. Fls.-
bright yellow. Grows in sun or shade.
GC: Conifer Do best in full sun. Offer
a variety of form and foliage color.
GC: Conifer 1' high. 10' spread.
Foliage-gray-green .
GC: Conifer 1' high. 6-8' spread.
ss Foliage-bright green.
Tolerant of salt spray.
Needs some water.
GC: Conifer 18" high. 10' spread.
Needs some water. Foliage- purplish in winter.
GC: Conifer 3' high. 12-20' spread.
Foliage-blue-green , feathery .
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Juniperus sabina 'Tamarisci folia'
Lcunpranthus spp.
Lotus berthelotii
Malephora crocea
Oscularia spp.
*Penstemon heterophylla 'Walker Ridge"
Phlox subulata
Phyla nod if lor a (Lippia repens)
Pol ygonum capitum
COT^MON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTLS
Tamarix Juniper, Tarn Type of Ice Plant
Parrot ' s Beak
Type of Ice Plant
Type of Ice Plant
Chaparral Penstemon
Creeping Phlox, Moss Pink
Lippia
Knotweed
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Central Valley
N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
All But High Elevations
GC : Subshrubs
18' high. 10-20' spread. Foliage-dense, blue-green.
Various forms and colors .
2-3' long. Trailing. Foliage-silver-gray . Fls .-scarlet , spring/summer.
Hardiest ice plant. Fls. -all year. Used for erosion control .
1' high. Fls .-aromatic, late spring/early summer.
GC: Perennial To Ik' high.
High Elevations , GC: Central Valley, Desert, N. Coast, S N. Coastal
BLE
All But High Elevations
All But High Elevations S Desert
GC: Perennial
GC: BLE
To 6' high. Forms a mat. Fls .-white, pink, rose, lavender blue, in late spring. Needs some water.
Forms flat, low mat. Lvs.- gray-green. Fls. -lilac to rose, tight round heads, spring to fall . Requires sun
To 6" high. Lvs .-green when new, tinged pink later. Blooms all year. Invasive. :
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COMMON NAT^I-:
ZONIIS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Polygonum cuspidatum compactum
Japanese Knotweed
All
GC: Perennial
10-24" high. Stems-red. Lvs .-red-veined , red fall color. Needs some water.
*Satureja douglasii
Verba Buena
All But High Elevations S Desert
GC: Perennial
Spread to 3'/ Needs shade. Fls. -small, white, or lavender tinted, April to September. Aromatic.
Teucrium chamaedrys
Germander
All
GC: BLE
1' high/ 2' spread. Fls. white or red-purple, in summer .
Thymus serpyllum
'Roseum" (also T_. £. 'Variegatum' )
Mother-of -thyme
All
GC: Perennial
2-6" high. Forms a mat. Fls .-small, June-Sept. Tolerates light foot- traffic.
Verbena peruviana
Peruvian Verbena
All But High Elevations
GC: Perennial f
Spreads rapidly. Forms a mat. Requires sun. Fls.- pink or scarlet . Needs some water.
Vinca minor
Dwarf Periwinkle
All
GC: BLE f
30' high. Requires shade. Fls .-lavender blue, or other colors. 2-3 soakings/ month. Needs some water.
*Zauschneria californica
California Fuchsia, Hummingbird Flower
All But High Elevations & Desert
GC: BLE in mild climates wv
1-2' high. Fls/-red , summer S fall. Extremely drought tolerant. Good for late summer color. Attracts hummingbirds. Needs good drainage.
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annuals/perennials
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BOTANICAL NAnK
*Abronia umbellata
Achillea tomentosa
conr-tON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVl'K
NOTKS
Pink Sand Verbena
Wooly Yarrow
N. & S. Coast
All
Perennial
Perennial
6" high. Trailing. Grow
in sand. Fls .-rosy lavender,
May to October, fragrant.
Flat spreading mat. Fls.- golden, on 6-10" fl. stems in summer. Good edging plant.
Agave americana
Century Plant
All But High Elevations Central Valley High Desert
Succulent Fls .-yellowish green, on
f 15-40' stalk, after 10
years. Plant dies after flowering. Replaces itself with new ones.
Aloe arborescens
Tree Aloe
All But High Succulent Withstands salt and shade.
Elevations & ss,f Fls. -bright vermilion to
High Desert yellow, Dec. to Feb. Stalk
18' high.
Alternanthera amoena
Alternanthera bettzichiana
Alternanthera versicolor
Althaea rosea
Alternanthera
Alternanthera
Alternanthera
Hollyhock
All
All
All
All
Annual
Perennial
Annual
Biennial
Small. 6" high. Lvs.- colorful .
16" high. Requires sun. Lvs . -colorful .
Tall . Lvs . -colorful .
I
Up to 9' high. Fls. -various colors, in summer.
Alyssum spp.
Alyssum
All
Perennial Mounding. Fls. -various
colors, usually white to purple.
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BOTANICAL NAKK
Amaranthus caudatus
COnnON NAMK
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-;
NOTLS
Love-lies-bl eeding , Tassel Flower
All
Annual
3-8' high. Fls.-red, in drooping , tassel-like clusters .
Amaranthus hybridus hypochondriacus
Prince's Feather
All
Annual
5' high. Lvs. -reddish. Fls.- red to brownish red in clusters. Needs some water.
Amaranthus salicifolius
Amaranthus tricolor
Amaryllis belladonna
Ammobium alatum
Flaming Fountain, Fountain Plant
Joseph's Coat, Summer Poinsettia
Naked Lady, Belladonna Lady
Winged Everlasting
All
All
All But High Elevations
All
Annual
Annual
Bulb
Annual
Lvs .-long, narrow, mounding, turn from bronze green to orange red.
1-4' high. Lvs. -red and green. Fls .-small round clusters', red.
Lvs.- 1-2' clump in fall/ winter. Fls.- 4-12 cluster, rosy-pink, in August.
3' high. Stems-winged. Lvs. -silvery . Fls. -white, with yellow centers.
Anacyclus depressus
Anacyclus
All
Perennial Dense spreading mat.
Fls .-white ray, with red on reverse side, yellow centers .
Anagallis arvensis
Anagallis linifolia
Androsace spp.
Scarlet Pimpernel
Pimpernel
Rock Jasmine
All
All
Annual
Perennial , Biennial
High Elevations Perennial
Weed. Fls. -small, salmon or pale scarlet.
Fls. -blue, 3/4" across.
Choice rock garden miniature.. Trailing. Fls. -pink.
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com^ON NAwr:
ZONKS
PLANT TVl'I-:
NOTKS
Aphanos tepbus skirrhobasis Lazy Daisy
All
Annual
15-18" high. Requires sun. Fls .-daisylike , white with yellow centers, reverse side of petals is pink, 1" across.
*Aquilegia formosa
Western Columbine
All
Perennial Fls. -red & yellow, with red
f/Y spurs, in spring/early suwmes
Attracts hummingbirds . Needs
some water.
Arctotis grand is
Arctotis, African Daisy
All
Annual wv
1' high. Lvs .-wooly gray. Fls. -white with blue center, 3" across. Attracts gold- finches. Reseeds itself. Best on sandy soils.
Argemone grandiflora
Prickly Poppy
All
Annual
2' high. Fls. -white, 4" across.
Argemone mexicana
*Artemisia pycnocephala
Artemisia schmidtiana 'Silver Mound'
Prickly Poppy
Sand Hill Sage
Silver Mound
All
All
All
Annual, Biennial
Suffru tescen t Perennial : BLE
Woody Perennial
3' high. Requires sun. Fls .-large, yellow to orange in summer.
1-2' high. Rounded, some- what spreading . Lvs . - soft, silvery white or gray.
1' high. Requires full sun. Lvs .-wooly , silvery-white, finely cut.
i
Baptista australis
False Indigo, Wild Indigo
All
Perennial 3-6' tall. Lvs. -bluish green.
Fls .-spikes, indigo blue, pea-shaped , in early summer .
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BOTANICAL NAME
*Brodlaea spp.
COr^n^ON NAMK
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTKS
Brodiaea
All
Corm
Lvs .-few, grass like. Fls. fannelshaped or tubular. Corms should dry out in summer .
*Brodiaea elegans
Harvest Brodiaea
All
Corm
Fls .-violet purple, in clusters of 3-10, in early summer.
Cactus
Cactus
Varied
Succulent Require full sun & well-
drained soil. Thick skin, usually spiny. Fls .-large, brightly colored. Many kinds — all sizes S shapes.
Calandrinia grandiflora Rock Purslane
All
Annual
18-24". Stems-red. Fls. rose-colored, cuplike.
*Calandrinia ciliata var. Rock Purslane,
menziesii Red Maids
All
Annual
3-12" high. Fls. -deep purple-crimson .
Calandrinia umbellata
Rock Purslane
All
Annual
4-6" high. Fls .-magenta, in clusters .
Calendula officinalis
Calendula, Pot Marigold
All
Annual
1-2' high. Somewhat branch- ing. Fls. -2-4" across, orange, yellow, apricot, persimmon, cream. Late fall to spring in mild winter areas. Spring to midsummer in colder climates .
Catananche caerula
Cupid's Dart
All
Perennial Lvs. -8-12" long, gray-green.
Fls. -lavender blue, on 2' stems, in summer.
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Celosia argentia
COl^l^ON NAMI-:
Cockscomb , Wool flower
ZONi;S
All
PLANT TVPE
NOTKS
Annual
Best with water. 8-36" high. Fls.- long-lasting , 2-10" across .
Celosia spp.
Cockscomb, Chinese Wool flower
All
Annual
Dwarf or tall varieties, to 3' . Richly colored tropical plants. Fls.- crested or plumed cockscomb cluster. Best with water.
Cenia barbata
Pincushion Flower
All
Annual
Grow in full sun. Lvs. feathery. Fls .-tiny , yellow.
Centaurea cineraria
Dusty Miller
All But High Perennial 1' high. Require sun.
Elevations Fls. -purple or yellow.
Centaurea cyanus
Cornflower, Bachel or's Buttons
All
Annual
1-2!}' high. Require sun. Fls .-blue, pink, rose, wine red, or white.
Centaurea gymnocarpa
Velvet Centaurea
All But High Perennial 1-3' high. Require sun.
Elevations Fls .-purple, in heads.
Centaurea moschata
Sweet Sultan
All
Annual
2' high. Require sun. Fls. lilac, rose, white, or yellow.
Centranthus ruber
Jupiter' s Beard, Red Valerian
All
Perennial 3' high. Fls. -small, deep
crimson, to pale red, in late spring/ early summer.
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COT^^rON NAMI-:
ZONES
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTES
Cerinthe aspera
Charieis heterophylla
Cheiranthus cheiri
Clsdanthus arabicus
*Clarkia
elegans
*Cleome lutea
Cleome spinosa
Convolvulus tricolor
Moneywort
Charieis
Wallflower
Chrysanthemum parthenium Feverfew
Cladanthus
Clarkia , Rocky Mountain Garland
Spider Flower, Cleome
Dwarf Morning Glory
All
All
N. Coast N. Coastal S. Coastal
All
All
All
Cleome, Spider Flower All
All
All
Annual
Annual
Perennial or Biennial
Perennial
Annual
Annual
Annual
Annual
Annual
1-2' high. Requires sun. Lvs .-gray-green. Fls.- yellow, tubular, with chocolate colored base.
6-12" high. Requires sun. Fls .-bright blue, aromatic.
l-2h' high. Sweet fragrance. Fls .-yellow , orange, brown, red, pink, in spring/ summer . Needs some water.
Compact, leafy. Fls.- white, in midsummer.
2-3' high. 2-3' spread. Foliage-lacy , aromatic . Fls .-yellow, daisylike.
2-3' high. Fls.-l" across, salmon, pink, mauve, rose, carmine, purple, red, white.
3-5' high. Decorative seed pods. Fls. -golden yellow, in clusters , 6-8" across.
4-6' tall. 4-5' wide. Decorative seed pods. Fls .-pink or white. Needs some water.
1' high. Bushy, trailing . Fls .-funnel-shaped , blue with yellow throat.
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BOTANICAL NAMK
Coreopsis spp.
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connoN NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTLS
Coreopsis
Refer to Specific Species
Annual & Fls.-late spring to fall.
Perennial Yellow, orange, maroon,
reddish.
Cosmos bipinnatus
Cosmos
All
Annual
To 8' high. Require sun. Fls. -white, pink, rose, purple with yellow tufted centers .
Cosmos sulphureus
Yellow Cosmos
All
Annual
7' high. Require sun. Fls. yellow, in summer S fall. Needs some water.
Crepis rubra
Hawk's Beard
All
Annual
1' high. Fls .-resemble pink dandelions .
Crotalaria retusa
Crotalaria, Rattlebox, All
Golden-Yellow Sweet
Pea
Annual
Require full sun. Fls.- 18-24" spikes, yellow and purple .
Cynoglossum amabile
Chinese Forget- me-not
All
Biennial lh-2' high. Fls. blue,
pink, or white, in spring. Needs some water.
Cynoglossum grande
Western Hounds Tongue
All But
Desert s
High Elevations
Perennial l-2h' high. Fls. -blue,
in March to June.
Datura metel
Angel's Trumpet, Trumpet Flower
All
Annual
3-5' high. Fls .-lilylike, 10" long, single or double .
Dimorphotheca spp.
Cape Marigold, African Daisy
All
Annual
Grow in full sun. Fls. daisylike, in winter and spring.
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BOTANICAL NAT^K
Echium spp.
Echium plantagineum
Emilia flammea
COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVpr:
NOTLS
Refer to Biennial,
Specific Species Perennial
Viper's Bugloss
All
Tassel Flower, Flora's All Paintbrush
Annual
Annual
Striking form and flower clusters. Require good drainage.
12-18" high. Fls. -bell- shaped , blue, rose, lavender, purple, or white.
18-24" high. Lvs. -gray-green. Fls. -tassel-like, red, orange or yellow.
*Erigeron glaucus
Beach Aster, Seaside Daisy
N. S S. Coast Perennial N. & S. Coastal
Need fast drainage. Fls. lavender, fn spring and summer .
Eriogonum crocatum
Eriogonum latifolium rubescens
Ery
simum asperum
speru
*Eschscholzia californica
Euphorbia heterophylla
Saffron Buckwheat
Red Buckwheat
Siberian Wallflower
California Poppy
Mexican Fire Plant
N. S S. Coast Suffrutescent N. & S. Coastal Perennial Interior Valley
N. S S. Coast Perennial N. S S. Coastal Interior Valley
All
All
All
Perennial
Annual
Annual
18" high. Low and compact. Lvs. and stem, white wooly . Very drought resistant . Fls. -yellow, April to August.
10-12" high. 12-18" spread. Lvs . -gray-green , oval . Fls .-rosy-red .
l-l>s' high. Fls. -orange, abundant in spring.
Lvs. -blue-green, finely cut. Fls. -gold, and other colors, in spring and early summer.
To 3' . Resembles a poincettia in summer.
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Euphorbia marginata
Gaillardia ambl yodon
Gaillardia pulchella
Gamolepis tagetes
Gazania longiscarpa
Gazania spp.
Gomphrena globosa
Gypsophila elegans
Helianthemum nuwmularium
Heliantbus debilis
COMMON NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Snow-on- the-mountain
All
Gaillardia, Blanketf lower All Indian Blanket
Gaillardia, Blanketf lower , All Indian Blanket
Sunshine Daisy
All
Gazania, Treasure Flower All
Annual
Annual
Annual
Annual
Annual f
Gazania
Globe Amaranth
Annual Baby's Breath
Sunrose
Cucumberleaf Sunflower
All But High Perennial Elevations
All
All
All
All
Annual
Annual
Evergreen Shrublets
Annual
To 2' . Needs some wa ter . Lvs. -light green, with upper ones striped with white.
18" high. Needs some water. Fls.-in various colors. Grow in full sun.
lli-2' high. Needs some water. F1S.-2" wide, yellow, red, or gold. Grow in full sun.
4-10" high. Foliage-lacy. Fls .-daisylike , yellow to orange, profuse.
6-12" high. Fls. -daisylike, in sunny colors.
Daisylike flowers. Water twice a month once established.
1-3' high. Fls .-cloverlike, pink, purple, violet, white, in summer & fall .
l-lii' high. Fls. -white, pink, or rose, profuse.
6-8" high. 3' spread. Fls .-sunny colored, in April- June.
lh-4' high. Fls. -large, in various colors .
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Helianthus spp.
cormoN NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Sunflower
All
Annuals S Fls.-in late sunmer , fall.
Perennials yellow heads. Needs some
water.
Helichrysum bracteatum
Strawf lower. Everlasting Flower
All
Annual
2-3' high. Grow in full sun. Fls .-sunny colors, stiff petals .
Helichrysum petiolatum
N. Coast Shrubby 2' high. 4' spread, Lvs.-
S. Coast & Perennial white, wooly. Needs some
S. Coastal water.
Helipterum manglesii
Swan River Everlasting
All
Annual
2' high. Grow in full sun. Lvs.-oval, pointed. Fls.- 2-3" across, white, pink, chamois.
Helipterum roseum
Rose Everlasting, Helipterum
All
Annual
To 2'. Grow in full sun. Fls. -daisylike, pink or white.
Hunnemannia fumariaefolia
*Iris douglasiana S hybrids
Kniphofia uvaria
Kochia scoparia 'Trichophila'
Mexican Tulip Poppy, Golden Cup
Douglas or Mountain Iris, Pacific Coast Iris
Red-hot Poker
Mexican Fire Bush, Burning Bush
All
All
All But Desert
All
Perennial
Bulb: BLE
Perennial
Annual
2-3' high. Bushy, Fls. -cup- shaped, yellow, July-Oct.
Full sun or light shade. Lvs.-l-l^' long, in clump. Fls. -white, cream, yellow, lavender-blue to reddish purple, on 1-2' stalks.
Several varieties.
To 3'. Gently rounded form. Foliage-fine texture, turns red after first frost .
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*Layia platyglossa
Limonium bonduellii
Limonium perezii
Limonium smuatum
Limonium suworowii
Linaria dalmatica
Li thodora diffusum 'Grace Ward'
Lobularia maritima
conr^ON NAMI-:
zONi:s
PLANT TVPK
NOTLS
Tidy Tips
Sea Lavender
Sea Lavender
Sea Lavender
Sea Lavender
Toadflax
Lithodora
Sweet Alyssum
All
Annual
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Perennial |
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Annual |
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Annual |
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Perennial |
N. Coast N. Coastal
All
Perennial Evergreen
Annual
12-18" high. Fls .-daisylike, yellow with white tips.
2' high. Winged flower stem. Fls .-yellow.
3' high. Fls .-purple & white, in summer.
2' high. Winged flower stem. Fls .-lavender , rose, and white.
Ih' high. Fls .-clusters , rose and pink.
2-4' high. Fls. -yellow with orange blotch. May to September .
6-12" high. Prostrate, shrubby. Fls .-tubular , bright blue, May-June.
1' high. Trailing. Fls. -tiny, white, in cluster, aromatic.
Lotus berthelotii
Lotus, Parrot's Beak
All But High Perennial Desert S High Eleva- tions
Trailing. Foliage-silvery gray. Fls .-scarlet , June- July.
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Malcolmia maritima
COTTr^ON NAMI-:
Virginian Stock
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
All
Annual
8-15" high. Grow in full sun. Fls .-white, yellow, pinks, lilac, magenta. Needs some water.
Ma lope triflda
*Mentzelia lindleyi Mimosa pudica Mirabilis jalapa
Myosotis sylvatica Nierembergia spp. Ocimum basilicum
Malope, Mallow-wort
Blazing Star
Sensitive Plant
Four O'clock
Forget-me-not
Cup Flower
Sweet Basil
All
All
All
All
All
Annual
Annual
Annual
2h-3' high. Grow in full sun. Fls .-trumpet-shaped , 3" across, rosy, purple, pink, red, white.
12-18" high. Tolerates wind. Fls. -2^" across, golden, open in evening until noon.
Lvs .-finely cut, fold up when disturbed . Needs some water .
All
Perennial, 3-4' high. 3-4' spread.
Annual Fls .-trumpet-shaped , red,
yellow, or white, open mid- afternoon .
Annual 6-12" high. Fls. -blue, white-
Biennial eyed, long bloom season.
Perennial Fls .-tubular , flaring into
saucerlike cup.
Annual To 2'. Lvs .-shiny , green.
Fls . -whi te , spikes . Varieties with purple lvs. Needs some water.
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COnMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Oenothera speciosa childsii
Mexican Evening Primrose
All
Perennial 10-12" high. Thrives with
little or no care. Fls.-l!}" wide, rose pink.
Papaver alpinum
Alpine Poppy
All
Perennial Fls .-stalk 5-8" high, white,
orange, yellow, salmon, in spring. Basal rosette of leaves. Needs some water.
Papaver glaucum
Tulip Poppy
All
Annual
20" high. Fls. -4-5" across, with erect scarlet petals. Needs some water.
Papaver nudicaule
Papaver rhoeas
Iceland Poppy
Shirley Poppy
All
All
Perennial
Annual
1-2' high. Fls. -3" across, yellow, orange, salmon, rose, pink, cream, white.
2-5' high. Fls. -2" across, red, pink, white, orange, scarlet, salmon.
Pelargonium domesticum
Lady Washington Pelargonium, Regal Geranium
N. S S. Coast Perennial N. & S. Coastal
TO 3'. Shrubby. Fls. -large, showy, 2" across. Needs some water.
Pelargonium hortorum
Common Geranium, Garden Geranium
N. S S. Coast Perennial N. & S. Coastal
To 3' . Shrubby. Fls.- many varieties, white, red, pink, orange, rose, violet.
Pelargonium peltatum
*Penstemon spp.
Ivy Geranium
Beard Tongue
N. S S. Coast Perennial N. & S. Coastal
Refer to Specific Species
Perennial ,
Evergreen
Shrublets
2-3' high. Trailing. Lvs.- ivylike. Fls .-clusters , white, pink, red.
Short-lived. Grown in sun. Fls .-tubular . (Some spp. must have water.)
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Petunia hybrids
conrroN NAm-:
zONi:s
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Conmon Garden Petunia
All
Perennial Grow in sun. Fls .-aromatic,
funnel-shaped to double, in many colors .
*Phacelia campanularia
California Bluebells
All
Annual
8-9" high. Grow in full sun. Fls. -in clusters, 1" , bell- shaped, blue.
Phlox drummondii
Animal Phlox
All
Annual
6-18" high. Needs some water. Fls .-bright and pastel colors, from early summer until frost .
Phormium tenax
Phyla nod if lor a
New Zealand Flax
Lippia
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Perennial |
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Elevations |
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Perennial |
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Tolerant gf salt spray. Fls.- in clusters, dull red or yellow.
Attracts bees. Forms a mat. Grow in sun. Fls. -lilac to rose, spring to fall. Needs some water.
*Polystichum dudleyi
Fern
All But Desert Fern: evergreen Easy to grow. Fronds shorter
& High Elevations
and broader than p. munitum.
*Polystichum muni turn
Western Sword Fern
All
Fern: evergreen Easy to grow. Fonds-2-4' long, shiny, dark green. Best with ample water.
Portulaca grandiflora
Portulaca, Rose Moss
All
Annual
6" high. 18" spread. Fls.- brilliant colors, from early summer until frost.
Raoulia australis
Raoulia
All But High Desert & High Elevations
Perennial Forms a mat. Grow in sun.
Lvs .-gray . Needs some water.
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Romneya coulteri
Rudbeckia hirta
Sanvitalia procumbens
Satureja montana
Senecio cineraria
Thymophilla tenuiloba
Thymus vulgaris
Tropaeolum ma jus
COMT^ON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT T^'PI-:
NOTIIS
Matilija Poppy
Gloriosa Daisy, Black-eyed Susan
Creeping Zinnia
Winter Savory
Dusty Miller
Dahlberg Daisy, Golden Fleece
Common Thyme
Garden Nasturtium
All But High Suffrutescent To 8'. Grow in full sun.
Desert & Perennial
High Elevations
All
All
All
All
All
All
All
Biennial
Annual
Perennial
Perennial
Annual
Perennial
Perennial
Lvs . & stems-gray-green. .
Fls.- 9" wide, aromatic, white with gold stamens, June/ July .
To 3-4' . Stems S lvs.- hairy. Fls .-daisylike , in sunny colors, with colored centers .
6" high. Trailing stems. Fls .-summer & fall, yellow with purple centers.
6-15" high. Spreading. Fls.- white to lilac, in whorls.
To 2k' . Shrubby & spreading . Lvs .-wooly , white, dissected. Fls. -yellow, clustered, all year.
To 1' . Lvs .-dark green, thread-i like. Fls. -yellow, early summer/fall .
6-12" high. Shrubby. Lvs.- gray-green, Fls .-tiny , lilac, June-July .
Climbing or dwarf varieties . Lvs. -round . Fls .-aromatic , many colors.
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Ursinia anathoides
COMT-TON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Dill-leaf Ursinia
All
Annual
Foliage- feathery , fragrant . Fls .-daisylike, 2-3" across, 18" high, orange or yellow with purple centers.
Venidium fastuosum
Monarch-of-the-veldt All
Annual
2' high. Lvs .-feathery , silver-white. Fls. -4-5" across, daisylike, orange with black band and black center .
Verbena spp.
Verbena species
Refer to Perennial
Specific Species
Spreading. Fls. -in clusters, variety of colors.
*Verbesina encelioides
Vinca r osea (or Catharanthus roseus)
Golden Crownbeard, All
Butter Daisy
Madagascar Periwinkle All
Annual
Perennial 1-2' high. Bushy. Needs some
water. Fls. -Ik" across, white,' pink, or rose, in summer and and fall .
Xanthisma texanum
Star-of-Texas
All
Annual
18-30" high. Grow in full sun. Fls. -daisylike, yellow, 2-3".
Yucca whipplei
*Zauschneria spp.
Our Lord's Candle
California Fuchsia, Hummingbird Flower
All But High Perennial Stemless. Dense cluster of
Elevations rigid, gray-green lvs., 1-
1 3/4' long. Fls. -on 6-14' stems, drooping, bell-shaped, 1-2" creamy white flowers, on branched spikes 3-6' long.
All But Desert Perennial & High wv
Elevations
Lvs .-small , gray, narrow. Fls. -scarlet, trumpet-shaped. Attracts hummingbirds.
* ANNUALS * PERENNIALS * ANNUALS * PERENNIALS * ANNUALS * PERENNIALS *
^^^101^^
I
iKXiJiX^ jft ift A i&
How to apply water: Before irrigating, loosen compacted surface soil so that water can soak in rapidly. Apply water uniformly. Avoid light daily waterings which encourage shallow rooting. Eliminate or reduce run-off.
0\ms
BOTANICAL NAMI-:
Bougainvillea
Boussingaul tia baselloides
COMMON NAMI-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTKS
Bougainvillea
Madeira Vine
All But High Elevations S Central Valley
All But High Elevations
Shrubby Vine: BLE
Vine: BLE
Vibrant color Dense cover.
Vigorous grower. Fls.- aromatic, white. Plant in full sun.
Camps is spp.
Clematis armandii
Ficus pumila Lantana spp.
Trumpet Creeper or Trumpet Vine
Armand Clematis or Evergreen Clematis
Creeping Fig
Lantana
Refer to Vine: Decid.
Specific Species
All But High Elevations S High Desert
All But High Elevations
Low Desert N. & S. Coast N. S S. Coastal
Vine: BLE
Vine: BLE
Shrub - vine
Fls. -orange-red, August to September.
Fast-growing to 20'. Fls. showy, white, in March to April. Some water.
20-60' high. Dense cover .
Plant in full sun. Fls.- all year, in various colors .
Lonicera sempervirens
Polygonum aubertii
Trumpet Honeysuckle
Silver Lace Vine or Silver Fleecevine
All But High Elevations
Vine: BLE or seiai-BLE
Dec. -High Desert Vine: Decid. High Elevations or BLE BLE-Other Areas
To 50' . Fruit-red berries. Fls. -showy , red-orange.
Fast-growing. Fls. -white. Water deeply once a month.
Pueraria lobata
Kudzu Vine
All
Vine: Annual Require full sun. Lvs.- or Perennial large S hairy-give dense
e, ec. shade. Fls .-only on 2-year
old stems. 6-10" spikes, purple, pealike aromatic. Roots are edible.
* VIHES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES *
^^-10.^^
BOTANICAL NAME
Solandra hartwegii (or S. guttata)
COMT^ON NArrr:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTi:s
Cap-of-gold Vine
N. S S. Coast S. Coastal
Vine: BLE F1S.-6-8" across, fragrant,
ss golden yellow. Tolerant
of salt spray. Can be cut back to make rough hedge.
Solanum jasminoides
Potato Vine
All But High Vine: BLE or Twining. Gives light cover.
Elevations Deciduous Fls. -white, perpetual bloom.
Tecomaria capensis
Cape Honeysuckle
Low Desert Interior Valley S. Coast S. Coastal
Vine or Shrub: BLE ss
15-25'. Tolerant of salt spray . Fls. -orange-red , October thru winter. Use as bank cover, espalier .
Tropaeolum peregrinum
Canary Bird Flower
All
Vine: 10-15'. Climbing. Lvs.-
Perennial 5-lobed . FLs.-l" across,
yellow, frilled, S fringed, with green spur.
Vitis vinifera
Mine Grape
All But High Elevations
Vine: Dec id.
10' long. Fruit in October .
Wisteria spp.
Wisteria
All
Vine: Decid.
40' long. Fast-growing. Fls. -various colors, pendant clusters, April to May.
* VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES * VINES *
^^^105 .g,^
The depth of the soil is important in determining the amount of water available to your plants. Hardpan or bedrock close to the surface will limit the soil reservoir accordingly.
ornamental
grasses
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BOTANICAL NAKK
Agrostis nebulosa
coM'KON NAm-:
ZONMS
PLANT TVPI-:
NOTKS
Cloud Grass
All
Annual Grass 1' high. Requires sun.
Fls .-cluster of small white flower spikes.
Avena sterilia
Animated Oat
All
Annual Grass 18-24" high. Requires sun.
Seed awns twist in response to air moisture.
Briza maxima
Large Quaking Grass
All
Annual Grass 18-24" high. Requires sun.
Seed heads 1" long. Seeds — silvery red, reddish brown, or purplish.
Briza minor
Lesser Quaking Grass
All
Annual Grass 9-12" high. Requires sun.
Seed heads 1/8" long. Seed colors same as for B. maxima.
(2) Cortaderia selloana
Pampas Grass
All But High Evergreen Elevations Grass
20' high. Fast-growing. Will take any soil, dry or wet. Flower plumes 1-3' long in white, chamois, or pink.
Festuca ovina 'Glauca
Blue Fescue
All
Perennial Grass
4-10" high tufts. Lvs.- hairlike, blue-gray . Does not take traffic.
Hordeum jubatum
Squirreltail Grass, Foxtail Grass
All
Annual or Per. Grass
Awned seeds troublesome to cattle and pets. 9-36" high. Requires sun. Decorative fluffy seedheads.
Lagurus ovatus
Rabbit-tail Grass, Hare's Tail Grass
All
Annual Grass
12-24" high. Lvs. -narrow, hairy. Seeds in 2" wooly tufts .
(2) See page 109
* GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES *
^yfii-108 ^^
BOTANICAL NAKK
corrnoN NAm-:
ZONKS
PLANT TVPK
NOTI-:S
Pennisetum ruppelii
Pennisetum villosum
Tricbolaena rosea
Fountain Grass
Feathertop
Ruby Grass, Natal Grass
All
All
All
Annual Grass 4' high. Slender fl. stalks
w/plumes of rose, purple, copper red.
Annual Grass
Annual Grass
1-2' high. Plumes 2-4" long, feathery , purplish white.
3-4' high. Requires sun. Fls .-pyramidal clusters of silky spikelets , red purple .
(2) We discourage the planting of Pampas Grass (Cortaderia selloana) because it is a highly invasive plant which is harming natural plant communities.
* GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES * GRASSES *
^^-109 ^f^
I
I
^f^0^% Removing plants as plantings mature and thinning or pruning existing
^^5r plants will reduce your garden's water needs as well as revitalize
fS,^0 the plants. Keep weeds out. They compete with your plants for water.
*i
plants for special purposes
r
^rirc Rctardant /Droudit Tolerant Plants iT
1
TRBES-
Ceratonia siliqua Eucalyptus spp. Schinus molle
Carob
Eucalyptus species
California Pepper
Umbellularia californica Washingtonia spp.
California Laurel Fan Palms
SHRUBS-
Artemisia caucasica Atriplex cuneata Atriplex gardnari Atriplex semibaccata
Ceanothus griseus horizontalis
Caucasian Artemisia Saltbush
Gardner's Saltbush Creeping Australian
Saltbush Carmel Creeper
Cistus vellosus
Heteromeles arbutifolia Nerium oleander Rhamnus alaternus Rhamnus integrifolia
Rockrose
Toyon
Oleander
Italian Buckthorn
Lemonade Berry
HERBACEOUS PLANTS--
Aeonium decorum Aeonium simsii
Agave victor iae-r eg inae Aloe aristata Aloe brevifolia Arctotheca calendula Carpobrotus edulis Cerastium tomentosum Crassula lactea Crassula multicava
Crassula tetragona Delosperma 'Alba' Drosanthemum hispidum Drosanthemum speciosum Gazania uniflora Lampranthus aurantiacus Lampranthus filicaulis
Aeonium
Aeonium
Agave
Aloe
Aloe
Cape Weed
Hottentot Fig
Snow-in-summer
White Trailing Iceplant Rosea Iceplant
Trailing Gazania Bash Iceplant Redondo Creeper
Lampranthus spectabilis Lippia canescens v. repens Malephora crocea Malephora luteola Portulacaria afra Potentilla verna
Santolina chamaecyparissus
Santolina virens
Sedum acre
Sedum album
Sedum confusum
Sedum lineare
Sedum rubrotinctum
Senecio serpens
Verbena peruviana
Vinca major
Vinca minor
Trailing Iceplant
Lippia
Croseum Iceplant
Yellow Trailing Iceplant
El ephan t ' s Food
Spring Cinquefoil
Lavender Cotton
Green Lavender Cotton
Goldmoss Sedum
Green Stonecrop
Brown Bean
Peruvian Verbena
Periwinkle
Dwarf Running Myrtle
^^-112^^
^ ^SaU-'Spra>j Tolerant /Drought Tolerant l^lantsJT T
TREES —
Aesculus californics
Eriobotrya japonica Leptospermum laevigatum Melaleuca nesophila Pinus balepensis
California Buckeye Loquat
Australian Tea Tree Pink Melaleuca Aleppo Pine
Pinus muricata
Pinus pinaster Pinus pinea Pinus thunbergii Pittosporum spp.
Bishop Pine Maritime Pine Italian Stone Pine Japanese Black Pine Pittosporum species
SHRUBS —
Atriplex canescens A triplex lentiformis
brewer i Ceanothus thrysiflorus Cistus purpureus
Four-wing Saltbush Brewer Saltbush
Blue Blossom
Orchid Spot Rock Rose
Coprosma kirkii Dodonaea viscosa Hebe spp. Nerium oleander Tamarix spp.
Hopseed Bush, Hop Bush Hebe species Oleander, Rosebay Tamarisk species
VINES —
Solandra hartwegii
Cup-of-gold Vine
Tecomaria capensis
Cape Honeysuckle
GROUND COVERS —
Cistus villosus ' Prostratus"
White Dwarf Rock Rose
Juniperus conferta
Shore Juniper
PERENNIALS /ANNUALS — Aloe arborescens
Tree Aloe
Phormi um spp.
New Zealand Flax
^T'S^i"-*'^
r
^"^ind Resistant /Drought Tolerant l^lantsiT
3
TREES--
Casuarina cunninghamiana Casuarina equisetifolia Celtis australis Celtis laevigata Celtis occidentalis Celtis sinensis
Pinas coulterii Pinus halepensis Pinus muricata Pinus thunbergii Ulmus pumila
River She-Oak Horsetail Tree European Hackberry Sugarberry Common Hackberry Chinese Hackberry Coulter Pine Aleppo Pine Bishop Pine Japanese Black Pine Siberian Elm
SHRUBS—
Tamarix spp.
Tamarisk species
PALMS-
Chamaerops humilis
Mediterraneem Fan Palm
PEREmiALS/ANNUALS—
Mentzelia lindleyi
Blazing Star
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T" * Kr
osion Control /Droudil Tolcranl PlanlsJ^
1
TREES-
Acacia longifolia
Sydney Golden Wattle
SHRUBS —
Symphor icarpos orbiculatus
Coralberry , Indian Currant
PERENNIA LS/ ANNUALS —
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi Delosperma 'Alba' Drosan themum spp. Malephora crocea
Bearberry, Kinnikinnick White Trailing Ice Plant Ice Plant Ice Plant
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^^-'''^^
l^Air PoUulion I olcrant /Drought Tolerant l^lantsirr
TREES —
Aesculus californica California Buckeye
Ailanthus altissima Tree-of -heaven
Broussonetia papyrifera Paper Mulberry
SHRUBS-
Forsythia spp. Forsythia species
Hamamelis spp. Witch Hazel species
Nerium oleander Oleander , Rosebay
^^-iie^fSf^
^ c^ Information Resources f:^ T
More detailed information on drought resistant plantings and demonstration gardens is available in the following areas:
BAY AREA:
American Society of Landscape
Archilecis (ASLA) Northern Calitornta Chapter 2451 Potomac Street Oaliland, CA 94602
California Native Plant Society 2380 Ellsworth Street, Suite D Berlfeley, CA 94704
Farallones Institute' T5I6 Fifth Street Berkeley, CA 94710
Marin Civic Center Demo Garden N. San Pedro Road San Rafael. CA 94901
North Marin County Water District P. O. Box 146 Novate. CA 94947
Santa Cfara Valley Water District' 5750 Almaden Expressway San Jose, CA 95118
Strybing Arboretum Society
Hall of Flowers
9th and Lincoln
San Francisco, CA 94122
University of California
Botanical Garden Department of Botany University of California Berkeley, CA 94720
( Education Dept. Tour 642-3352)
Russell Beatty
Department of Landscape Architect
Wurster Hall
University of California
Berkeley, CA 94720
East Bay Municipal Utility District P. O. Box 24055 Oakland, CA 94623
Marin Municipal Water District
220 Nellen Drive
Cone Madera, CA Q'WPS
Wayne Roderick
Regional Parks Botanical Garden
Tilden Park
Berkeley, CA 94720
Saratoga Horicultural Foundation 20605 Verde Vista Lane Saratoga, CA 95070
Sunset Magazine
Willow & Middlefield Roatfs
Menio Park, CA 94025
CENTRAL COAST:
The Biological Sciences and
Ornamental Horticulture Department California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
Dara Emery
Santa Barbara Botanical Garden
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
SOUTH COAST:
Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden 1500 North College Avenue Claremont, CA 91711
Huntington Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road San Marino, CA 91108
California Council of Landscape Architect 120 South Spring Street, Room 4-11 E Los Angeles, CA 90012
Dave Verity University of California
Botanical Garden University of California Los Angeles, CA 90024
ASLA, Southern California Chapter
25261 Ericson
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Los Angeles County Department of
Arboreta & Botanic Gardens' 301 North Baldwin Avenue Arcadia, CA 91066
Beoff Smith
Horticulture Department Fullerton College Fullerton, CA 92634
Robert Perry
Landscape Architecture Department
California State Polytechnic University
3801 West Temple Avenue
Pomona, CA 91769
Department of Water Resources Southern District P. O. Box 6598 849 South Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90055
CENTRAL VALLEY AREA:
ASLA, Central Valley Chapter 4215 Freeport Boulevard Sacramento, CA 95822
California Association of Nurserymen 1005 - 8th Street, Suite 304 Sacramento, CA 95814
Warren Roberts'
University of California Arboretum
Davis, CA 956r6
Richard Harris
Department of Environmental Horticulture
University of California
Davis, CA 956)6
Department of Water Resources: Central District P. O. Box 9137 3251 S Street Sacramento, CA 958)6
Northern District P. O. Box 607 2440 Main Street Red Bluff, CA 96080
San Joaquin District P. O, Box 5710 3374 East SHields Avenue Fresno, CA 93755
These organizations are associated with drought-tolerant plants or gardens which can be viewed by the public.
In some areas, contact your local water agency, Agricultural Extension Service, Cooperative Extension off Offices, Farm and Home Advisors (numbers listed in your local phone book under County offices); or call the Landscape Water Conservation Office, Department of Water Resources (916) 322-3071.
^iS^ur^<Sf^
I
jj ^ References ^ ^
The following are the sources of information used in compiling this plant list.
Beatty, Russ. 1971. Drought Tolerant Plants. Class Notes for L. A. 123. University of California at Berkeley .
Crockett, James Underwood. 1971. Annuals. New York: Time-Life Books.
. 1971. Evergreens . New York: Time-Life Books.
, 1972, Flowering Shrubs. New York: Time- Life Books,
, 1972. Perennials. New York: Time-Life Books.
1972. Trees. New York: Time-Life Books.
Cuneo, Kathy. 1978. Water-Conserving Gardening. Marin Municipal Water District.
Department of Water Resources and Office of Appropriate Technology. Drought Garden Plant List.
Division of Agricultural Sciences, 1977. Saving Water in Landscape Irrigation. University of California Cooperative Extension. Leaflet No. 2976.
Heritage Oaks Coaaaittee. 1976. Native Oaks Our Valley Heritage. Sacramento County Office of Education.
Leonard Coates Nursery. Plants for a Thirsty State.
Nehrling, Arno & Nehrling, Irene. 1968. Easy Gardening With Drought-Resistant Plants. New York: Heathside Press Inc. Publishers.
Osborn, Hadley. 1977. Rhododendrons That Are Drought Tolerant. Pac. Hort. 38:25-26.
Saratoga Horticultural Foundation and Santa Clara Valley Water District. 1976 Selected Native Plants With Commercial Sources.
Sunset Magazine Editors. 1967-79. Western Garden Book. Menlo Park, CA: Lane Magazine & Book Co,
Taylor, Norman. 1965, The Guide to Garden Shrubs and Trees. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Co.
Hymttn, Donald, 1965, Trees for American Gardens, New York: The MacMillan Co,
. 1969. Shrubs S Vines for American Gardens. Toronto: The MacMillan Co.
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^ % IndeK of Common Names S f
|
Page |
Page |
Page |
||||
|
Abelia, Glossy |
42 |
Bearberry |
45, 78 |
Broom (Cont.) |
||
|
Acacia |
Beard Tongue |
98 |
Mt. Aetna |
61 |
||
|
Bailey |
14 |
Beauty Berry |
48 |
Scotch |
56 |
|
|
Black |
14 |
Purple |
48 |
Spanish |
74 |
|
|
Blackwood |
14 |
Beauty Bush |
63 |
Warminster |
56 |
|
|
False |
32 |
Beefwood |
16 |
Buckeye, California |
14 |
|
|
African Daisy |
88,92 |
Belladonna Lady |
87 |
Buckthorn |
||
|
Alder Buckthorn |
70 |
Bidwell's Coral '. |
Tree |
59 |
Alder |
70 |
|
Aloe |
42 |
Big Tree |
33 |
Italian |
70 |
|
|
Al ternan thexa |
86 |
Bird-of -Paradise |
Bush |
69 |
Sea |
63 |
|
Alyssum |
86 |
Bird's Eye Bush |
67 |
Buckwheat |
||
|
Amur Cork Tree |
26 |
Blackberry , California |
73 |
Red |
93 |
|
|
Anacyclus |
87 |
Black-eyed Susan |
100 |
Saffron |
93 |
|
|
Angelica Shrub |
42 |
Black Locust |
32 |
Santa Cruz island |
58 |
|
|
Angel's Trumpet |
92 |
Black Walnut |
Burning Bush |
59,95 |
||
|
Animated Oat |
108 |
California |
23 |
Bush Anemone |
49 |
|
|
Aralia, Five-leaved |
42 |
Hinds |
23 |
Bush Cinquefoil |
69 |
|
|
Arborvitae, Giant |
34 |
Southern California |
23 |
Bush Clover |
||
|
Arctotis |
88 |
Bladder Senna |
53 |
Purple |
64 |
|
|
Ash |
Blanket Flower |
94 |
Shrub |
64 |
||
|
Arizona |
22 |
Blazing Star |
97 |
Bush Germander |
75 |
|
|
Foothill |
21 |
Bluebells , California |
99 |
Bush Morning Glory |
54 |
|
|
Modesto |
22 |
Blue Blossom |
51 |
Bush Poppy |
56 |
|
|
Athel Tree |
33 |
Bottle Brush |
26 |
Island |
56 |
|
|
Baby's Breath, Annual |
94 |
Lemon |
48 |
Butter Daisy |
101 |
|
|
Bachelor's Buttons |
90 |
Weeping |
15 |
Butterfly Bush, Fountain |
48 |
|
|
Barberry |
Bottle Tree |
15 |
Cactus |
89 |
||
|
Darwin |
47 |
Bougalnvillea |
104 |
Cajeput Tree |
25 |
|
|
Dwarf |
47 |
Box |
48 |
Calendula |
89 |
|
|
Golden Abundance |
47 |
Box Blueberry |
75 |
Camphor Tree |
18 |
|
|
Japanese |
48 |
Boxwood |
48 |
Canary Bird Flower |
105 |
|
|
Korean |
47 |
Breath of Heaven |
, Pink |
53 |
Cape Honeysuckle |
105 |
|
Mentor |
47 |
Brodiaea |
89 |
Cape Marigold |
92 |
|
|
Nevins |
47 |
Harvest |
89 |
Cape Plumbago |
68 |
|
|
Bay, California |
34 |
Broom |
Capeweed |
79 |
||
|
Beach Aster |
93 |
Moonlight |
56 |
Carmel Creeper |
79 |
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INDEX TO COMMON NAMES (Cont.)
|
Carob |
18 |
Chokeberry |
Currant |
||
|
Carpet Bugle |
78 |
Black |
46 |
Alpine |
72 |
|
Cassia, Feathery |
49 |
Purple |
46 |
Evergreen |
72 |
|
Catalina Perfume |
72 |
Red |
45 |
Flowering |
72 |
|
Catalpa, Western |
16 |
Cladanthus |
91 |
Indian |
75 |
|
Ceanothus |
49-51 |
Clarkia |
91 |
Cypress |
|
|
Blue Buttons |
50 |
Clematis |
Monterey |
19 |
|
|
Blue Whisp |
50 |
Armand |
104 |
Smooth Arizona |
19 |
|
Carmel |
51 |
Evergreen |
104 |
Dahlberg Daisy |
100 |
|
Coulter |
51 |
Cleome |
91 |
Deutzia |
|
|
Fallen Skies |
50 |
Clusterberry |
55 |
Fuzzy |
57 |
|
Felt leaf |
49 |
Coast Silktassel |
60 |
Lemoine |
57 |
|
Frosty Blue |
50 |
Cockscomb |
90 |
Rose-panicled |
57 |
|
Navarro |
79 |
Coffeeberry , Cali forni a |
70 |
Slender |
57 |
|
Point Reyes |
79 |
Columbine, Western |
88 |
Dogwood |
|
|
Santa Ana |
51 |
Coralberry |
75 |
Gray |
55 |
|
Snowball |
51 |
Chenault |
75 |
Tatar ian |
54 |
|
Wartleaf |
51 |
Coreopsis |
92 |
Douglas Fir |
31 |
|
Wavyleaf |
50 |
Cornflower |
90 |
Dracaena |
38,54 |
|
Cedar |
Cosmos |
92 |
Dusty Miller |
74,90,100 |
|
|
Atlas |
17 |
Yellow |
92 |
Eastern Ninebark |
68 |
|
Deodar |
17 |
Cotoneaster |
80 |
Elaeagnus |
|
|
Incense |
15 |
Bright-bead |
55 |
Autumn |
58 |
|
of Lebanon |
17 |
Necklace |
80 |
Cherry |
58 |
|
Centaurea , Velvet |
90 |
Redbox |
56 |
Thorny |
58 |
|
Century Plant |
42,86 |
Rock |
80 |
Elderberry , Blue |
32,74 |
|
Charieis |
91 |
Rocks pray |
80 |
Elephant's Food |
69 |
|
Chaste Tree |
76 |
Cottonwood, Fremont |
30 |
Elm |
|
|
Cherry |
Coyote Bush |
46 |
Chinese |
34 |
|
|
Catalina |
30 |
Dwarf |
79 |
Siberian |
34 |
|
Cornelian |
54 |
Crape Myrtle |
24 |
English Lavender |
64 |
|
Holly leaf |
30 |
Cream Bush |
63 |
Eucalyptus |
19-20 |
|
Chinese Chestnut |
16 |
Creosote Bush |
63 |
Blue Gum |
20 |
|
Chinese Scholar Tree |
33 |
Crotalaria |
92 |
Cider Gum |
20 |
|
Chinese Woolf lower |
90 |
Cup Flower |
97 |
Dollar Leaf |
59 |
|
Chinquapin |
49 |
Cupid's Dart |
89 |
Ironbark, Red |
21 |
|
Giant |
16 |
Cup-of-Gold Vine |
105 |
Lemon-scented Gum |
20 |
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INDEX TO COMMON NAMES (Cont.)
|
Eucalyptus (Cont.) |
Four O'clock |
97 |
Grass (Cont.) |
||
|
Manna Gum |
21 |
Frangipani |
69 |
Ruby |
109 |
|
Nichol's Willow-leafed |
20 |
Fuchsia |
Sguirreltail |
108 |
|
|
Peppermint Gum |
20 |
Australia |
55,80 |
Grevillea |
|
|
Red Gum |
20 |
California |
83 ,101 |
Rosemary |
61 |
|
River Red Gum |
20 |
Fuchsia Flowering |
Spider-net |
61 |
|
|
Silver Dollar Gum |
21 |
Gooseberry |
72 |
Wooly |
61 |
|
Silver Mountain Gum |
59 |
Gaillardia |
94 |
Guava, Pineapple |
21 |
|
Snow Gum |
21 |
Gazania |
80,94 |
Gumi |
58 |
|
Spotted |
20 |
Geranium |
Hackberry |
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|
Tall San Mallee |
20 |
Common |
98 |
Chinese |
18 |
|
Euonymus, Dwarf Winged |
59 |
Garden |
98 |
Common |
17 |
|
Euryops |
59 |
Ivy |
98 |
European |
17 |
|
Feather Bush |
65 |
Regal |
98 |
Mississippi |
17 |
|
Feathertop |
109 |
Germander |
83 |
Southern |
17 |
|
Feathery Cassia |
49 |
Ginkgo |
22 |
Yunnan |
18 |
|
Fern |
99 |
Globe Amaranth |
94 |
Hardtack |
18,52 |
|
Fescue, Blue |
108 |
Gloriosa Daisy |
100 |
Hawk's Beard |
92 |
|
Feverfew |
91 |
Goatnut |
74 |
Hawthorn |
19 |
|
Fig |
Golden Crownbeard |
101 |
Pink Indian |
70 |
|
|
Common |
21 |
Golden Cup |
95 |
Hebe |
62 |
|
Creeping |
104 |
Golden Fleece |
100 |
Helipterum |
95 |
|
Filbert |
55 |
Goldenrain Tree |
24 |
Holly Grape, Oregon |
65 |
|
European |
55 |
Grape Holly, California |
66 |
Hollyhock |
86 |
|
Flaming Fountain |
87 |
Grass |
Honey Locust, Thornless |
22 |
|
|
Flannel Bush |
22,60 |
Animated Oat |
108 |
Honeysuckle |
65 |
|
Common |
60 |
Cloud |
108 |
Trumpet |
104 |
|
Southern |
60 |
Feathertop |
109 |
Honeywort |
91 |
|
Flax |
67 |
Fountain |
109 |
Hop Bush |
57 |
|
Flaxleaf Paperbark |
25 |
Foxtail |
108 |
Hopseed Bush |
57 |
|
Flora's Paintbrush |
93 |
Hare's Tail |
108 |
Horsetail Tree |
16 |
|
Forget-me-not |
Large Quaking |
108 |
Huckleberry, Evergreen |
76 |
|
|
Chinese |
92 |
Lesser Quaking |
108 |
Hummingbird Bush |
61 |
|
Forsythia |
59 |
Natal |
109 |
Hummingbird Flower |
83,101 |
|
White |
42 |
Pampas |
108 |
Ice Plant |
79,80,82 |
|
Fountain Plant |
87 |
Rabbit-tail |
108 |
Hottentot Fig |
79 |
^^^123^^
INDEX TO COMMON NAMES (Cont.)
Ice Plant (Cont.) Red Spike White Trailing Incense Cedar Indian Blanket Indigo False Wild Iris
Douglas Mountain Pacific Coast Ironwood
Fern Leaf Santa Cruz Mountain Italian Buckthorn Ivy
Algerian English Jade Plant Japanese Keaki Tree Japanese Pagoda Tree Jasmine, Rock Jerusalem Thorn Jetbead Jojoba
Joseph's Coat Joshua Tree Jujube, Chinese Juniper Andorra California Japanese Garden Red Cedar Sargent Shore Sierra
79
80
3
94
88 88
95 95 95
25
18,52 70
81
81
56
35
33
87
26
71
74
87
34
35
81
81
23
81
24
81
81
23
Juniper (Cont.)
Tarn ^2
Tamarix 82 Weeping Rocky
Mountain 24
Jupiter's Beard 90
Keaki Tree, Japanese 35
Kerria 63
Kinnikinnick 78
Knotweed B2
Japanese 83
Kudzu Vine 104 Lady Washington
Pelargonioum 98
Lantana 104
Laurel, California 34
Laurel, Portugal 30,69
Laurel Cherry, Carolina 69
Lazy Daisy 88
Lemonade Berry 71
Leucothoe, Drooping 65
Lilac, Wild 50
Lily-of-the-Nile 42
Lippia 82,99 Li thodora 96
Loquat 19
Bronze 19 Lotus 96
Love-lies-bleeding 87
Lupine 65
Madagascar Periwinkle 101
Madeira Vine 104 Madrona -15
Madxone 1^
Mahogany
Curl-Leaf 2S
Mahogany (Cont.)
Mountain 28,52
Mahonia, Longleaf 66
Maidenhair Tree 22
Mallow-wort 97
Malope 97 Manzanita
Common 44
Emerald Carpet 43
Festival 44
Greensphere 44
Haven's Neck 78
Hooker's 44
Indian Hill 44
Little Sur 43
McMinn 43
Monterey 44,78
Sandsprite 45
Sea Spray 45
Vine Hill 78
Winterglow 45
Mayten Tree 25 Melaleuca
Pink 25
Prickly 26 Mexican Evening Primrose 98
Mexican Fire Bush 95
Mexican Fire Plant 93
Mexican Palo Verde 26
Mickey Mouse Plant 67
Monarch-of-the-veldt 101
Morning Glory, Dwarf 91
Moss Locust 72
Moss Pink 82
Mother-of-thyme 83
Mountain Ash, European 33
^^. 124.^
INDEX TO COMMON NAMES (Cont.)
|
Mulberry |
Palm (Cont . ) |
Pine (Cont.) |
|||
|
Fruitless White |
26 |
Chinese Fountain |
38 |
Digger |
28 |
|
Paper |
15 |
Date |
38 |
Hickory |
27 |
|
Red |
26 |
Mediterranean Fan |
38 |
Italian Stone |
28 |
|
Myrtle |
66 |
Mexico Blue |
38 |
Japanese Black |
29 |
|
Naked Lady |
87 |
Mexican Fan |
40 |
Jeffrey |
27 |
|
Nasturtium, Garden |
100 |
Pindo |
38 |
Knobcone |
27 |
|
New Zealand Daisy Bush |
67 |
Silver Date |
39 |
Maritime |
28 |
|
New Zealand Flax |
99 |
Windmill |
39 |
Ponderosa |
28 |
|
New Zealand Lace Bark |
23 |
Palmetto |
39 |
Scotch |
28 |
|
Nutmeg, California |
34 |
Daxaca |
39 |
Scots |
28 |
|
Oak |
Palo Verde |
28 |
Shore |
27 |
|
|
Blue |
31 |
Pampas Grass |
108 |
Torrey |
27 |
|
California Black |
31 |
Parrot's Beak |
96 |
Yellow |
28 |
|
California Live |
31 |
Pearlbush |
59 |
Pineapple Guava |
21 |
|
California White |
31 |
Penstemon, Chaparral |
82 |
Pink Diosma |
53 |
|
Canyon Live |
31 |
Pepper Tree |
Pissard Plum |
30 |
|
|
Coast Live |
31 |
Brazilian |
33 |
Pistache |
|
|
Cork |
32 |
California |
32 |
Chinese |
29 |
|
Interior Live |
32 |
Peruvian |
33 |
Mount Atlas |
29 |
|
Oregon White |
31 |
Periwinkle, Dwarf |
83 |
Pittosporum |
29,68 |
|
Silk |
22 |
Madagascar |
101 |
Cape |
68 |
|
Valley |
31 |
Petunia, Garden |
99 |
Weeping |
68 |
|
Ocean Spray |
63 |
Phlox |
Willow |
68 |
|
|
Octilla |
60 |
Annual |
99 |
Plane Tree, London |
29 |
|
Oleander |
66 |
Creeping |
82 |
Pomegranate |
70 |
|
Oleaster |
58 |
Photinia, Chinese |
67 |
Poplar, White |
30 |
|
Olive |
26 |
Pimpernel |
87 |
Poppy |
|
|
Osage Orange |
25 |
Pinchusion Flower |
90 |
Alpine |
98 |
|
Our Lord's Candle |
101 |
Pine |
California |
93 |
|
|
Palm |
Aleppo |
27 |
Iceland |
98 |
|
|
California Fan |
39 |
Bishop |
28 |
Matilija |
100 |
|
Canary Island Date |
38 |
Bristlecone |
27 |
Mexican Tulip |
95 |
|
Canary Island |
27 |
Prickly |
88 |
||
|
Cluster |
28 |
Shirley |
98 |
||
|
Coulter |
27 |
Tulip |
98 |
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lUDEX TO COMMON NAMES (Cont.)
Portulaca Pot Marigold Potato Vine Prickly Pear Pride of Madera Prince's Feather Privet
Glossy Purslane Tree Quaking Grass
Large
Lesser Quince
Flowering
Japanese Rabbit-tail Grass Raoulia Rattlebox Redberry Red bud. Western Red Clusterberry Red-hot Poker Red Maids Red Valerian Rhododendron, Vireja River She-Oak Rock Jasmine Rock Purslane Rockrose
Crimson Spot
Orchid Spot
Pink
White
White Dwarf
Yellow Rocky Mountain Garland
99 89 105 67 58 87 65 24 69
108 108
52 52
108 99 92 70 18 55 95 89 90 73 16 87 89
52 S3
52 52 80 62
91
|
Rose Acacia |
72 |
|
Rosebay |
66 |
|
Rose Everlasting |
95 |
|
Rose Moss |
99 |
|
Rosemary |
73 |
|
Rowan Tree |
33 |
|
Russian Olive |
SB |
|
Sage |
|
|
Autumn |
73 |
|
California |
46 |
|
Coastal |
46 |
|
Mexican |
73 |
|
Purple |
73 |
|
Sand Hill |
88 |
|
St. Catherine's Lace |
59 |
|
St, John's Bread |
18 |
|
St. Johnswort |
81 |
|
Salal |
61 |
|
Saltbush |
|
|
Brewer |
46 |
|
Four-wing |
46 |
|
Salt Cedar |
33 |
|
Sand Mallee, Tall |
20 |
|
Scarlet Pimpernel |
87 |
|
Sea Buckthorn |
63 |
|
Sea Lavender |
96 |
|
Sea Urchin Tree |
23,(2 |
|
Seaside Daisy |
93 |
|
Senna |
49 |
|
Bladder |
53 |
|
Sensitive Plant |
97 |
|
Sequoia, Giant |
33 |
|
Service Berry |
43 |
|
Saskatoon |
43 |
|
Western |
43 |
|
Shadbush |
43 |
Shrubby Monkey Flower 57
Siberian Pea-Shrub 49 Silktassel
Coast 60
James Roof 60
Silktree 14
Silver Fleecevine 104
Silver Lace Vine 104
Silver Mound 88
Smoke Tree 19
Snowberry , Conwaon 75
Sngw-on-tbe-moutain 94
Soapweed, Small 76
Sophora spp. 74
Spicebush, Western 48
Spider Flower 91
Spirea 74
Star-of-Texas 101
Stephanandra , Cut-leaved 74
Strawberry Tree 15
Strawflower 95
Sugarberry 17
Sugar Bush 71 Sumac
African 32
Laurel 71
Shining 71
Smooth 71
Staghorn 72
Summer Holly 53
Summer Poincettia 87
Sunflower 95
Cucumberleaf 94
Sunrose 62,81,94
Sunshine Dairy 94
Swan River Everlasting 95
Sweet Alyssum 96
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INDEX TO COMMON NAMES (Cont,)
|
Sweet Basil |
97 |
Wallflower (Cont.) |
|
|
Sweet Brush |
18 |
Siberian |
93 |
|
Sweet Fern |
53 |
Wax Myrtle, Pacific |
66 |
|
Sweet Hakea |
62 |
Western Catalpa |
16 |
|
Sweet Sultan |
90 |
Western Hounds Tongue |
92 |
|
Sword Fern, Western |
99 |
Western Redbud |
18 |
|
Sycamore, California |
30 |
Western Red Cedar |
34 |
|
Sydney Golden Wattle |
14 |
Western Sword Fern |
99 |
|
Tamarisk |
75 |
Westringia |
76 |
|
Tassel Flower |
87,93, |
Willow |
|
|
Tea Tree, Australian |
24,64 |
Australian |
22 |
|
Compact |
64 |
Dwarf Gray |
73 |
|
Texas Ranger |
64 |
Wine Grape |
105 |
|
Texas Umbrella Tree |
26 |
Winged Everlasting |
87 |
|
Thyme, Common |
100 |
Winter Savory |
100 |
|
Tidy Tips |
96 |
Wisteria |
105 |
|
Toadflax |
96 |
Wooly Blue Curls |
75 |
|
Toyon |
23,62 |
Xylosma, Shiny |
76 |
|
Treasure Flower |
94 |
Yarrow, Wooly |
86 |
|
Tree Aloe |
86 |
Verba Buena |
83 |
|
Tree-of -heaven |
14 |
Yucca |
76 |
|
Tree Peony |
67 |
Zelkova |
|
|
Trumpet Creeper |
104 |
Japanese |
35 |
|
Trumpet Flower |
92 |
Sawleaf |
35 |
|
Trumpet Vine |
104 |
Zinnia, Creeping |
100 |
|
Umbrella Chinaberry |
26 |
||
|
Vrsinia, Dill-leaf |
101 |
||
|
Verbena |
101 |
||
|
Peruvian |
83 |
||
|
Pink Sand |
86 |
||
|
Vilmrnum |
76 |
||
|
Viper's Bugloss |
93 |
||
|
Vireja Rhododendron |
73 |
||
|
Virginian Stock |
97 |
||
|
Wallflower |
91 |
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