Gallery: Patios
Blue Star Creeper, Isotoma
Pratia pedunculata
Laurentia fluviatilis has bright green, nearly stemless, 1/4" leaves. In late spring and summer, these form a backdrop for equally tiny, star-shaped pale blue flowers.
Blackstem Pittosporum, Tawhiwhi
Pittosporum tenuifolium
This medium-sized evergreen shrub has medium green leaves with black stems. Its pleasing texture and narrow, upright growth make this a fine hedge or screen. It is easy to grow in soils with good drainage. Many new cultivars are being introduced with smaller, variegted and/or multi-colored foliage.
Note
Ground cover between stepping stones makes the walkway permeable for rainwater and irrigation.
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Meditation Area
Photographer: GardenSoft
Soils and Compost
Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Water Saving Tip
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.
Integrated Pest Management
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.