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Mountain Brown Sandstone
Angelita Daisy
Superstition Mallow
Desert Willow Lucretia Hamilton
Angelita Daisy

Common name:Angelita Daisy
Botanical name:Tetraneuris acaulis

A small, dense perennial growing quickly to 1' x 1' round clumps. Golden yellow 1" daisylike flowers appear year-round, heaviest in spring. Prefers full sun, but accepts partial shade. Colorful and persistent. Great for small spaces. Native to the southwestern U.S.

Superstition Mallow

Common name:Superstition Mallow
Botanical name:Abutilon palmeri

Herbaceous shrub with velvety, heart-shaped leaves. Grows quickly to 4' x 3'. Good for subtropical effect. Plant it next to a patio to enjoy soft texture. Takes full sun or partial shade. Cup-shaped, apricot-colored blooms on and off during warm months. Arizona Native.

Desert Willow Lucretia Hamilton

Common name:Desert Willow Lucretia Hamilton
Botanical name:Chilopsis linearis 'Lucretia Hamilton'

This selection is slower-growing than other selections reaching 20' at maturity. It acts almost as a dwarf variety. Blooms are dark purple color. Species occur along washes throughout SW USA as a small deciduous tree. Narrow light green leaves give aweeping appearance. Seed pods remain during winter. Needs full sun and a well drained site. - Mountain States Nursery

Designer: Joe Billings

Mountain Brown Sandstone
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Photographer: Christina Bickelmann

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.