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AmaranthaceaeNarrow-leaf atriplex: complete guide
Atriplex littoralis
Atriplex littoralis, or narrow-leaf atriplex, thrives in full sun and alkaline, sandy soil. A hardy coastal plant that tolerates salt and drought, ideal for low-maintenance gardens.
Hoary orache: complete guide
Atriplex sagittata
Full care guide for Hoary orache (Atriplex sagittata): growing tips, soil needs, sunlight, and ideal garden uses in dry, sunny spots.
Bromus intermedius: complete guide
Bromus intermedius
Full guide to Bromus intermedius: sowing, location, soil and garden use. An elegant annual Mediterranean grass for dry, sunny borders and gravel gardens.
AsparagaceaeChaparral yucca: complete guide to Hesperoyucca whipplei
Hesperoyucca whipplei
Hesperoyucca whipplei (Our Lord's candle) is a dramatic rosette-forming plant from California that produces a towering flower spike, ideal for dry and gravel gardens.
PoaceaeSea barley: complete guide
Hordeum marinum
Learn how to grow Sea barley (Hordeum marinum) successfully: ideal soil, watering needs, care schedule and companion plants for your garden.
FabaceaeNevada lupine: complete guide
Lupinus nevadensis
Everything about Lupinus nevadensis, the Great Basin Nevada lupine with grey-green foliage and blue flowers for dry, sunny gardens.