Firecracker Penstemon
Spring is such a beautiful time here in our desert.
If you're looking to drastically reduce your water consumption in the landscape, you won't be disappointed by planting some Mojave Desert Natives.
These tough plants can be used for both a subtle layered addition to other drought tolerant non-natives, or a carefully placed show stopper of their own.
Parry's Penstemon
The greatest part about adding natives is that they require little to no additions to the soil. These plants actually prefer our alkaline and nutritionally poor soil as well as little water once established.
Make sure they are planted in a well draining, sandy soil and be careful not to over water.
It's truly amazing what these plants do to survive.
Globe Mallow Louis Hamilton Globe Mallow
You'll notice that a lot of Mojave natives have light or even silvery foliage. This is not only one of the keys to their survival, but it adds a great contrast when used with darker foliage in your landscape. Adding depth and interest to your design can also be water smart!
Brittlebush
Plenty of the natives produce brightly colored flowers during the spring and some again in the fall. Though the bloom season is short, it is well worth it! They attract pollinators! This is crucial if you're also planning a vegetable garden or planting fruit trees. Consider this low maintenance way of inviting in our bee friends.
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