Common name:Bush Morning Glory, Silverbush
Botanical name:Convolvulus cneorum
This evergeen mounding groundcover quickly grows to 2' x 3'. The leaves are slivery gray. Showy white flowers appaer in spring. Accepts reflected sun. Low maintainance. Attracts pollinators. Is native to southern Europe.
Common name:Turpentine Bush
Botanical name:Ericameria laricifolia
Low mounding evergreen shrub grows to 2' x 3'. Tiny dark green, needle like leaves have aroma of turpentine. Yellow clusters of flowers appear late summer to fall. Seeds attract birds. Native to southwest U.S. and Mexcio.
Common name:Desert Marigold
Botanical name:Baileya multiradiata
Fast growing perennial reaches 1' x 1'. Soft silvery gray leaves. Bright yellow daisy like flowers appear year round. This undemanding plant reseeds easily. Accepts reflected sun. Be careful not to overwater. Native to southwest U.S. and northern Mexico.