Common name:Queen Palm
Botanical name:Syagrus romanzoffianum
This palm has a very straight trunk to about 50' in height. It has arching, feathery, bright green glossy leaves that can be 10- 15' long. It is fragile in heavy winds and a fast grower. It will become damaged in temperature below 24 degrees F.
Common name:Japanese Privet
Botanical name:Ligustrum japonicum
This large evergreen shrub has rich, glossy green foliage, accented in the spring by clusters of white flowers. It shears beautifully, and is good for hedges or screens, as well as a foundation plant. It is easy to grow and should receive full sun to par
Common name:Japanese Boxwood
Botanical name:Buxus japonica
Japanese Boxwood is often used as a hedge. It is compact, with small bright green leaves. It can reach 4-6' tall and wide or be kept smaller through pruninig. It can be sheared to shape. It does better in areas with milder winters.
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Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.
