Planting Path Exhibits

These exhibits are listed in the order found in the Garden.

At the nursery, buy the healthiest plants you can find. Younger plants can be healthier and fare better than their elders. Also, look for clues to improper watering, nutrient deficiencies and pest problems.

Avoiding Erosion

The slopes and foothills that characterize our region are vulnerable to storm runoff. By far, the best long-term solution to erosion is planting with natives or other waterwise vegetation.

Signature Soils

Soil types affect the amount and frequency of watering needed by your landscape. Knowing your soil will help you decide how to amend your soil and which plants will perform best in your landscape.

First, Amendments

Amending your soil with organic matter provides important plant nutrients, while also increasing the soil’s ability to absorb and hold water—an important characteristic of a waterwise landscape.

Marvelous Mulch

Covering the bare soil around your plants minimizes evaporation and lowers soil temperature—both major water savers. Mulching also smothers weeds, improves soil and gives landscaping a neat, finished look.

Perfect Planting

There’s an art when it comes to planting. Getting plants in the ground at the right time and in the right way will give your plants a healthy head start.

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It’s tempting to begin a new landscaping project with a quick trip to the nursery. But it’s wiser to plan ahead and shop strategically. Travel the planting path for tips on smart nursery shopping, species selection and planting techniques.

Planting Path Exhibits

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