Bush Anemone* Carpenteria californica

This evergreen shrub has shiny dark leaves and bears pleasantly fragrant white flowers with golden yellow stamens, 1.5 - 3 inches in size, from May to August. Resistant to oak root fungus, this plant does well in dry, shady conditions. Prune after flowering to restrain growth or shape.

Plant size: 6' high x 5' wide

Western Pennyroyal* Monardella odoratissima

Bearing beautiful white to purple pincushion flowers and evergreen slender leaves that have a strong mint-like fragrance, this plant is often visited by bees and butterflies. Does best in the shade, with fairly rich soil and garden watering. Should be cut back regularly to maintain shape.

Plant size: 2-3' high x 2-3' wide

Western Azalea* Rhododendron occidentale

This deciduous shrub prefers shade and an acid soil. From May - June bears very fragrant showy funnel-shaped flowers in clusters, with colors varying from white to pinkish white to carmine rose markings.

Plant size: 6-10' high x 4-8' wide

Mock Orange*Philadelphus lewisii

Satiny, white fragrant flowers, nearly 2 inches across, cover this deciduous shrub from June - July. Grows in an erect and arching style. Prefers moist soils.

Plant size: 8-10' high x 6-10' wide.

Photo Credit:
* St. Mary's College, Br. Alfred Brousseau, 1995

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