The bright pink flowers of Salvia spathacea form on stems that rise about 12 to 18 inches above the large fragrant leaves in late spring to early summer. This Salvia prefers a little shade in inland gardens; it creates a wonderful groundcover in the dappled...
This sweet little aster is native to coastal southern California; and given the right conditions will spread happily in most gardens. The pale lilac, daisy-like flowers make a cheerful display in summer. Plant it in full sun to part shade; it is accepting of...
This lovely native of coastal bluffs is a reliable evergreen perennial that blooms prolifically in the garden in late spring. ‘Cape Sebastian’ is a dense, low-spreading selection, ideal for use as a ground cover, with pale lilac flowers; ‘Wayne Roderick’ is...
This perennial shrub is found all over the Bay Area, growing in full sun in Chaparral, or part shade at the edges of Oak Woodland. In the garden it requires good drainage and is drought tolerant. A little extra water in the dry season will keep it looking...
