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San Diego Red Bougainvillea
Trailing Lantana
Green Cloud Texas Ranger
San Diego Red Bougainvillea

Common name:San Diego Red Bougainvillea
Botanical name:Bougainvillea 'San Diego Red'

The large amount of flamboyant color on this species creates a wonderful accent in a garden. Varieties can be in bush or vine form; colors vary. Once established, they tend to need very little supplemental irrigation. 'San Diego Red' blooms in red, with large green leaves. It is one of the hardiest, and will climb high. All varieties are susceptible to fost damage.

Trailing Lantana

Common name:Trailing Lantana
Botanical name:Lantana montevidensis

Evergreen ground cover grows quickly to 2' x 3'. Leaves are medium green and flowers are lavender to white. Blooms year-round in frost free weather. Excellent for spilling over walls or down banks. Full sun. Very attractive to butterflies. Native of South America.

Green Cloud Texas Ranger

Common name:Green Cloud Texas Ranger
Botanical name:Leucophyllum frutescens 'Green Cloud'

Selected from the wild in Cameron City, TX. Chosen for dark green leaves and purple violet flowers. Has largest leaves of the clones and is a frequent summer flowerer. Fast and relatively carefree. Also one of the largest of growers. Good for low maintenance gardens with low water requirements. Must have well drained soil.

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Water Saving Tip:

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