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BROWN-EYES ROCKROSE |
Is a low, spreading evergreen shrub, which is drought- and
fire-resistant. |
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CALIFORNIA LAUREL |
Is a California native tree recommended for erosion
control and fire resistance. |
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CALIFORNIA PEPPER |
Is a drought-tolerant tree. This tree shows fair resistance to fire when
it is well maintained and litter is not allowed to accumulate. |
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CARMEL CREEPER |
Is a low-growing, drought-resistant, evergreen shrub
with thick leaves and blue flowers in the spring. It is used as
individual specimens or in clumps of two or three plants. A single plant
will spread up to 10 feet wide. |
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CAROB |
Is a readily available tree commonly used in
landscapes, parks, and streets in Southern California. It is pest free
and tolerant of alkaline soil and drought. It also shows fire
resistance. |
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ITALIAN BUCKTHORN |
Is a large evergreen shrub or small tree with green
leaves. It bears blue berries in the fall, and is extremely
drought-tolerant. |
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LEMONADE BERRY |
Is a native shrub that is very drought-tolerant once it
is established. |
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OLEANDER |
Is a sturdy, tough, attractive summer-flowering shrub
that is drought-tolerant. The plant grows to a height of 20 feet and may
reach a width of 26 feet. It will grow in any soil and can withstand
wind and heat. This shrub is quite fire-resistant even under
non-irrigated conditions.
CAUTION: Although
widely grown, it should be realized that all parts of this plant,
including dried leaves, are poisonous. A child can become severely ill
from eating a few leaves. The smoke from burning Oleander brush
affects some people.
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TOYON |
Is one of the best California natives. This
drought-resistant plant bears red berries that remain for many months.
It should be used as a large specimen shrub or tree. |
