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Carmine Bells Australian Fuchsia
Ken Taylor Rosemary
Carmine Bells Australian Fuchsia

Common name:Carmine Bells Australian Fuchsia
Botanical name:Correa 'Dusky Bells'

This Australian Fuschia stands 2-3' high and 3-4' wide, has 2" carmine flowers and dark green foliage. With good drainage, this plant is tolerant of most soils. It grows best in sun to part shade, but will tolerate mostly shade if kept on the dry side.

Ken Taylor Rosemary

Common name:Ken Taylor Rosemary
Botanical name:Rosmarinus officinalis 'Ken Taylor'

This spreading and mounding Rosemary is 2-3' high x 5-6' wide with deep blue flowers.

Designer: Michelle Dervis

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Photographer: Michelle Dervis

Soils and Compost:

Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation system for breaks, leaks and problems once a month.

Integrated Pest Management:

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.