Common name:Sprenger or Emerald Asparagus
Botanical name:Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri'

Rapidly growing ground cover reaches 2' x 3'. This plant is given a soft, mound-like appearance by the long, arching branches that are found covered with small, bright green leaves. Waxy white flowers are not showy. It is able to grow in either full sun or partial shade. Does well in containers. Native to South Africa.

Common name:Elephant's Food
Botanical name:Portulacaria afra

Interesting succulent that sprawls to 3' x 4' at a moderate rate. Depending on pruning and cold, elephant's food can be grown as a groundcover or small shrub. Accepts full sun to partial shade but does best with some shade in most desert areas. Plants work very well in containers, and can be used indoors or outdoors. Adapted to many different conditions. Rarely flowers. Needs some protection from frost. Native to South Africa.

Common name:Red Bird Of Paradise
Botanical name:Caesalpinia pulcherrima

Attractive shrub grows to 6' x 6'. With showy orange and yellow flowers that last all summer, this is an excellent plant for tropical schemes. Can be cut to the ground in early spring to regenerate new stems. Stems are prickly. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.