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Majestic Oaks
Creeping St. Johnswort
Valley Oak, Calif. White Oak, Roble
Arcadia Juniper
Creeping St. Johnswort

Common name:Creeping St. Johnswort
Botanical name:Hypericum calycinum

Hypericum calycinum is an evergreen perennial groundcover. It grows 1' high and 1'-2' in spread, and spreads by underground runners. Yellow flowers bloom in the summer. Foliage is dark green. In some areas, it is considered invasive. It prefers sandy and alkaline soil.

Valley Oak, Calif. White Oak, Roble

Common name:Valley Oak, Calif. White Oak, Roble
Botanical name:Quercus lobata

The Valley Oak is a large deciduous tree that grows 60'-80' tall. It develops a rounded canopy that spreads 50'-70' wide with leaves deeply lobed and rounded. The Valley Oak is very heat tolerant and drought tolerant once its root system is developed. It is a native to CA and attracts squirrels and birds who love the acorns.

Arcadia Juniper

Common name:Arcadia Juniper
Botanical name:Juniperus sabina 'Arcadia'

A very hardy evergreen with dense, lacy, soft foliage of a bright green color, the 'Arcadia' is excellent for use as a wide border, ground cover, or low foundation plant. Junipers are highly combustible plants.

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Soils and Compost:

Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.

Integrated Pest Management:

Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.