Fremontodendron–commonly called flannel bush–is a fast-growing irregularly shaped evergreen shrub with brilliant yellow or orange saucerlike flowers in spring. Fremontodendron has dark green leathery leaves that are grayish and felt-like underneath. Fremontodendron, also called Fremontia, is drought-tolerant once established. It is a good choice for native western gardens. It should be planted where the spring…
Brunfelsia, commonly called Yesterday-today-and tomorrow, is grown for its handsome foliage and flowers that change color from the time they open until they drop. Blossoms open purple (“yesterday”), then fade to lavender (“today”), and then fade again to white (“tomorrow”). Brunfelsia can be grown indoors and out but they require some pampering. They want humus-rich soil…
Loropetalum, commonly called fringe flower or Chinese fringe flower, is a graceful small to medium-size evergreen shrub with drooping tiered branches and colorful spider-like flowers. Loropetalum species have mid-green leaves and white flowers. Cultivars have red to burgundy colored leaves and red flowers. Loropetalum blooms early in spring and then sometimes blooms again in autumn….
Grevillea is a genus of evergreen shrubs and trees native to Australia. Grevillea bears showy clusters of slender tubular flowers that split and curve backward giving them a spidery look Flower colors vary by species, but red is often seen. The foliage is often fine and needlelike. Grevilleas species and cultivars vary in size from small…
Callistemon–commonly called bottlebrush–is an evergreen shrub commonly grown for its colorful, bottlebrush-like flower spikes which are usually red but can be purple, pink, white, green, or yellow. Callistemon are subtropical plants; they don’t tolerate cold. They are fast-growing. Callistemon can be grown in a shrub border or as foundation plants. They can be planted against…
Rosmarinus–commonly called Rosemary–is an evergreen shrub that is commonly cultivated for its bright lavender-blue flowers. The narrowly linear leaves are rich in aromatic oil and often included in culinary herb gardens. Rosmarinus cultivars include both low-growing and tall shrubs. Tall cultivars can be grown in a shrub border, mixed border, or as a hedge. Low-growing…
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