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Western Sword Fern, Alaska Fern
Island Alum Root
Sweet Violet, English Violet
Western Sword Fern, Alaska Fern

Common name:Western Sword Fern, Alaska Fern
Botanical name:Polystichum munitum

This Fern produces upright fronds, reaching 4-5' tall in moist, cool forests in northern California. This size is usually lower, especially without summer watering. It is great in containers or dry shade landscapes. This species is especially useful to give the illusion of lush, moist gardens where little water is actually being used. It should receive part shade to dense shade. -Monterey Bay Nursery

Island Alum Root

Common name:Island Alum Root
Botanical name:Heuchera maxima

This large leaf native Heuchera from which many hybrids have been derived will reach about 3' tall in bloom and has deep green leaves with white flowers with a touch of pink.

Sweet Violet, English Violet

Common name:Sweet Violet, English Violet
Botanical name:Viola odorata

A partial shade-loving woodland herbaceous perennial. Flowers can be candied.

Using Water Wisely

An efficient watering system applies the right amount of water to the right parts of the garden at the right time. This conserves water and saves you money.

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Soils and Compost:

Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.

Integrated Pest Management:

Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.