Common name:Allepo Pine
Botanical name:Pinus halepensis
The Pinus halepensis exhibits moderate growth to 30' or more, with an open, irregular crown. Mature trees have horizontal spreading branches, 20' wide and more. The needles light green in color, with a length of 2.5"- 4". Flowers are insignificant. Cones appear on the tree after a few years, rounded and oval shaped, about 3" long. Allepo Pine prefers full sun and low watering, although it will drop its needles if water stressed.
Common name:Bushy Yate, Leymann's Gum
Botanical name:Eucalyptus conferruminata
This small tree will grow 20'-30' high and has an abundance of bright green leaves with yellow blooms in winter and spring. It does well in moist soil and full sun. This tree is great in coastal areas, used as a windbreak or for home gardens since the tree is small.
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Soils and Compost:
Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.
Water Saving Tip:
Check the soil's moisture level before watering.
You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.
Integrated Pest Management:
Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.