California FuchsiaThe California Fuchsia has been reclassified as Epilobium, but most still know it as Zauschneria. The leaves are often narrow and hairy, making it extremely heat and drought tolerant once established. Brilliant late summer show of scarlet tubular blossoms from this lower spreading California native. A great plant for hummingbirds.
Erodium
Heron's Bill, Stork's Bill -Low growing perennial in the geranium family. Valued for their clean habit and long flowering period. Needs well-drained soil. Often used in rock gardens and as borders in perennial beds.
Euphorbia
Spurge -Worldwide distribution. Incredibly diverse group of plants. They have striking forms with interesting leaf and flower colors. Some have thorns like a cactus or thickened stems like a succulent. Many possess a milky, usually caustic sap that can cause a mild skin irritation. Be very careful to not rub in or around the eyes.
Festuca
Fescue -Hardy evergreen ornamental grasses popular for their fine textured foliage. Used as an accent plant in pots or planted in masses. Often grown for the grey foliage.