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Mealy Cup Blue Sage
Blackbrush Acacia
Mealy Cup Blue Sage

Common name:Mealy Cup Blue Sage
Botanical name:Salvia farinacea

This low growing perennial reach 1-1/2' x 1-1/2'. Bright green leaves are lighter underneath. Spiked blue-purple flowers bloom from late spring to fall. Attracts hummingbirds.

Blackbrush Acacia

Common name:Blackbrush Acacia
Botanical name:Acacia rigidula

Blackbrush Acacia is a small evergreen tree. Leaves small and dark green. Fragrant yellow spikes appear in spring. Very tolerant of heat and wind. It requires little additional moisture even in the low desert. Attracitve light gray bark. Effective as a barrier. Native of Chihuahuan desert.

Designer: Paul Connelly

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Photographer: Robin Stancliff

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.